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Saint Joseph 2018 La Cotte Sud - Domaine Courbis
(92 - 94)/100 Parker
Drink Date : 2021 - 2030
Reviewed by Joe Czerwinski on the 31st Jan 2020
"From granite-derived soils, the 2018 Saint Joseph La Cote Sud boasts some dark fruit tones—plums and cassis—and a firm sense of underlying structure. Yet it's full-bodied and velvety in texture, a plush surface over sun-warmed stone that finishes long and layered. Tasted twice (once blind), with consistent notes."
Grape Variety : Syrah
Terroir: Granitic arena, with permeable and stony soil.
Situation: Vine located at the entrance of the village of Chateaubourg facing south on very steep slopes. South of the Saint-Joseph appellation. Age of the vines : 35 years old
Vinification : Manual and strenuous work, linked to the particularly steep slope. Hand picked, 100% destemming. Vinification in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats, frequent pumping over. Maceration 15 to 20 days.
Ageing in barrels: new barrels 50% barrels of 1 to 2 wines 50%. Racking of the barrels after 6 months of ageing. Bottled after 18 months of ageing.
Data sheet
| Note | Between 91 and 94 |
|---|---|
| PR rating | 92-94/100 |
| Partner Areas | Yes |
| Recoverable VAT | Yes |
| Colour | Red |
| Format | Bottle (75cl) |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Volume | 12,50 % vol - 75 cl |
| Appellation | Saint Joseph |
| Level | Perfect |
| Label | Perfect |
| Region | Rhône |
| Maturity | To keep |
| Areas of Rhône | Domaine Courbis |
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