Vidal-Fleury - Saint-Joseph 2012
Cité
Hachette
89/100
Wine Spectator
“Following the 2011 vintage— Favorite the previous edition—comes a less ambitious 2012 that nevertheless bears a family resemblance to its ‘big brother’ thanks to its rich, full-bodied, and silky character, as well as its concentrated and warm fruitiness. ” (Le Guide Hachette des Vins 2015). A straightforward and firm wine, with a delicious balance between fruit and spice, a touch of oak, and great length in both structure and aroma... A Saint-Joseph of choice!
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Eye
a deep red with dark highlights
Nose
Very fruity and crisp: blackcurrant, spices (nutmeg, pepper), eucalyptus, mineral notes
Palate
Fresh and tannic, with a rich balance of fruit and spice, a hint of oak, and a long finish in both structure and aroma. A straightforward and firm wine
Serve
at 17-18°C
Open
2 hours before
Drink from
2015
Drink before
2022
Production
37,500 bottles
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy it with red meat, game birds, and strong-flavored cheeses...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2024 guide) 2*Stars (A solid, recommendable vintage, though slightly more consistent and uniform than the previous one)
About the estate:
There’s a breath of fresh air at Vidal-Fleury. Antoine Dupré has replaced Guy Sarton du Jonchay at the helm of the oldest wine merchant in the Northern Rhône (founded in 1781), now owned by the Guigal family but managed independently. New business ambitions are taking shape, and a new winemaking style is gradually emerging, which is beginning to show in the range of wines offered. Stay tuned.
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine rated (2015 guide) Mentioned (Successful wine)
Rated winery (2024 guide) Mentioned (Successful wine)
About the wine:
The oldest active wine merchant in the Rhône Valley, founded in 1781 and quickly gaining a reputation—Thomas Jefferson held a memorable banquet there in 1787. Owned by the Guigal family since 1986, it boasts a monumental cellar whose architecture is inspired by the Egyptian site of Saqqara.
Following the 2011 Solar— Favorite the previous edition—comes a less ambitious 2012 vintage that nevertheless bears a family resemblance to its “big brother” with its rich, full-bodied, and silky character, as well as its concentrated and warm fruitiness.
About the estate:
The oldest active wine merchant in the Rhône Valley, founded in 1781 from its vineyards in Côte-Rôtie and renowned from the very beginning—Thomas Jefferson held a memorable banquet there in 1787. Owned by the Guigal family since 1986, it boasts a monumental cellar whose architecture is inspired by the Egyptian site of Saqqara.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the estate:
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated Estate (2024 Guide) Selected (Please note that this guide is a ranking, and as such, all the estates listed here—even those without a star—represent, in our view, the pinnacle of French winemaking.)
About the estate:
Founded in 1781, Vidal-Fleury is the oldest winery in the Rhône Valley still in operation. It was acquired by the Guigal family in the early 1980s and boasts modern, state-of-the-art facilities, as well as autonomy in its management and winemaking. The range is extensive and covers most of the major appellations of the Rhône Valley. The wines are now reliable, with a rather classic style.
Wine Spectator
Wine rated 89/100 (Very good wine)
James Suckling
Rated winery (2023 guide) Recommended
Customer rating
3.8/5
based on 4 reviews
Review by Mr. ERIC D. Posted on January 1, 2016
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Review by Mr. LAURENT D. Posted on September 22, 2015
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Review by Mr. CAMILLE M. Posted on June 5, 2015
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Review by Mr. ALDO B. Posted on April 16, 2015
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