Domaine Bernard Gripa - Saint-Joseph Le Berceau rouge 2023
95/100 Coup de Cœur
RVF
94/100
Decanter
94/100
Jeb Dunnuck
"One of the finest Syrahs in the appellation!"
“Full-bodied, ripe, and rich for a 2023, with surprisingly vibrant acidity. The nose and palate are marked by forest berries, but the style is less fragrant than that of the Parady. The tannins are taut and refined; this wine truly bursts with energy. ‘A vintage in which it’s possible to make very good wines,’ says Fabrice Gripa.” ” (Decanter 2024)
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Eye
A deep, glossy purple color
Nose
Aromas of cherry, blueberry, and blackcurrant, with pepper and a hint of mineral notes
Palate
Powerful and full-bodied with robust yet well-integrated tannins and lovely minerality
Serve
At 16-18°C
Drink from
2027
Drink before
2035
Food and Wine Pairings
It pairs very well with a beef tenderloin with black truffles, roasted quail, a porcini mushroom risotto, a duck terrine with foie gras...
Decanter
Wine rated (2024 guide) 94/100
About the wine:
Full-bodied, ripe, and rich for a 2023, with surprisingly vibrant acidity. The nose and palate are marked by wild berries, but the style is less fragrant than that of the Parady. The tannins are taut and refined; this wine truly bursts with energy. “A vintage in which it’s possible to make very good wines,” says Fabrice Gripa.
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 later settled in Mauves around 1850. A trusted name in the northern Rhône Valley, both for its Saint-Péray and Saint-Joseph wines (as evidenced by the numerous “ Favorites ” awards received in both appellations), the estate has been run since 2001 by Fabrice Gripa, son of Bernard, who now oversees 18 hectares of vineyards.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2026 guide) 95/100 Favorite
Rated Estate (2024 Guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often boasting 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 estate:
Fabrice Gripa carries on his father’s legacy at the sole Mauves estate, which produces as many white wines as reds. He has mastered his craft, crafting various cuvées with distinct personalities. The white wines are represented by four cuvées: two Saint-Péray and two Saint-Joseph. The reds, meanwhile, are fruit-forward, with structure and admirable aging management. A consistent estate producing wines of very high quality.
Vinous
Rated "Recommended"
James Suckling
Rated "Recommended"
Jeb Dunnuck
Wine rated (2026 guide) 94/100
About the wine:
Made from the estate’s oldest vines and aged for one year in 228-liter French oak barrels, the 2023 Saint Joseph Le Berceau is a brilliant wine that ranks among the region’s best. Ultra-classic aromas of red and black fruits, along with ground pepper, tapenade, and floral and savory notes, emerge from the glass, with a full-bodied, meaty character that develops over time. It is medium-bodied, with a concentrated mid-palate, ripe but still-developing tannins, and a lovely finish. This is a magnificent Saint-Joseph that wine lovers should buy by the case and enjoy over the next 15 years or so.
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