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Domaine Bernard Gripa - 2018 Saint-Joseph Red

Domaine Bernard Gripa - Saint-Joseph rouge 2018

Saint-Joseph|Red wine

4.1/5 (32 customers)

16/20

RVF

92/100

Vinous

Syrah

fleshy

regional wine

“A true northern-latitude Syrah with genuine fruitiness, classic in its nuances of ash, spices, and a hint of bacon. The terroir comes through perfectly. On the palate, it is full-bodied but not overly powerful; the tannic structure provides a lovely vitality and a refreshing finish. ” (Le Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France 2021 - RVF) A St-Joseph that truly reflects its terroir.

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Estate

Domaine Bernard Gripa

Vintage

2018

Designation

Saint-Joseph

Region

Rhône

Grape Varieties

100% Syrah

Regions

Granitic soils on the granitic hillsides of Mauves and Tournon

Viticulture

Traditional and refined

Grape Harvest

Manuals

Winemaking

The grapes were destemmed to about 70%. Fermentation took place in open tanks with punching down and pumping over twice a day for about 2 to 3 weeks.

Livestock farming

Aged for one year in 228- and 600-liter oak barrels

Alcohol content

14,5%

Eye

Deep, glossy color with ruby highlights

Nose

Elegant and aromatic, with notes of Burlat cherries, blueberries, blackcurrants, and a hint of cinnamon.

Palate

A slightly tannic attack followed by vibrant fruit. A balance between alcohol and acidity. Beautiful granite-driven minerality and freshness.

Serve

At 16-18°C

Drink before

2027

Food and wine pairings

Enjoy it with roast beef or veal, or with soft-ripened cheeses such as Brie or Camembert...

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Guide Hachette des vins

Rated estate (2024 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines regularly receive awards from the guide)

About the estate:

The Gripa family arrived in Saint-Péray in the 17th century and settled in Mauves around 1850. A trusted name in the northern Rhône Valley, renowned for both its Saint-Péray and Saint-Joseph wines (as evidenced by the numerous Favorites in both appellations), the estate has been led since 2001 by Fabrice Gripa, son of Bernard, who now oversees 18 hectares of vineyards.

RVF - The French Wine Review / Guide to the Best Wines of France

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

Wine rated (2021 guide) 16/20 (Very good wine)

Rated estate (2024 guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often blessed with fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to the consistency and excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)

About the wine:

A true northern-latitude Syrah with genuine fruitiness, classic in its nuances of ash, spices, and a hint of bacon. The terroir comes through perfectly. On the palate, it is full-bodied but not overly powerful; the tannic structure lends a lovely vitality and a refreshing finish.

About the estate:

Fabrice Gripa carries on his father’s legacy at the sole Mauves estate, which produces as many white wines as reds. He has a perfect command of his craft, producing a range of cuvées with distinct personalities. The whites stand out in four cuvées: two Saint-Péray and two Saint-Joseph. The reds, meanwhile, are fruit-forward, with a sense of integrity and admirable aging management. A consistent estate producing wines of very high quality.

Vinous

Wine rated 92/100

Rated: Recommended

James Suckling

Rated: Recommended

Customer rating

4.1/5

based on 32 reviews