Saint Joseph Silice 2022 Coursodon vin rouge de la Vallée du Rhône
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Coursodon

Saint Joseph Silice 2022 Coursodon

CHF 28.90

Description

Following a lighter vintage in 2021, the 2022 Silice red returns to the style of previous years. Rich, smooth, and powerful, with typical aromas of ripe fruit and black pepper that captivate the senses. The nose is echoed on the palate, accompanied by flavorful tannins. A sure bet!

Food and wine pairings

The 2022 Silice will pair very well with porcini ravioli, dried duck breast or farm-raised squab with chanterelles.
More information

Provenance, Northern Rhône Valley, France
Appellation, Saint--Joseph AOP
Domain, Coursodon
Grape variety(ies), Syrah
Viticulture, Reasoned
Wine style, Spicy
Storage time, 10 years
Alcohol content, 13.5 % vol.
Container, 75 cl
Saint Joseph Silice 2022 Coursodon
CHF 28.90

To learn more

The vines, planted on steep slopes with schist and granite soils, benefit from a south-southeast exposure. The yield is 36 hl/ha with a planting density of 7,000 vines/ha. Mechanization is impossible, which is why all vineyard work is done by hand. Finally, the whole harvest is transported in 40 kg crates to the winery where an initial sorting takes place.

The grapes are sorted on a sorting table upon arrival, then destemmed. Next comes a cold pre-fermentation maceration followed by fermentation in open vats for 15-18 days with two daily punch-downs. Finally, the wines are aged in oak barrels (both full-size and demi-muids) for 12 months.

Coursodon

A fifth-generation winemaker, Jérôme joined his father Pierre at the estate in 1998. By crafting fine and elegant wines, he has left his mark on the Domaine and likes to say that "it's the sum of the small details that makes the difference." This philosophy guides every vintage of Domaine Coursodon, whose wines are now recognized as among the finest in the Saint-Joseph appellation. They owe this recognition in particular to the constant pursuit of excellence that has driven all generations of the Coursodon family. The Domaine's vineyards (16 hectares, including 13.5 hectares of red wines and 2.5 hectares of white wines) are primarily located in Mauves, the birthplace of Saint-Joseph, on granitic soil, a terroir ideal for Syrah. A few parcels are also spread across the surrounding villages.

Northern Rhône Valley

The Rhône Valley is one of France's major wine regions, renowned for its many iconic appellations. It stretches along the Rhône River, between Vienne and Avignon, and is divided into two distinct parts: the north and the south. The northern part is smaller and dominated by Syrah for red wines and Viognier for white wines.

The hillsides are steep, and the vines, planted in granite soils, give rise to elegant, intense, and spicy red wines, with a remarkable expression of Syrah. It is also the cradle of great white wines made from Viognier and Marsanne, renowned for their finesse and complexity.

The Rhône Valley is also marked by a long winemaking tradition and a strong commitment to respecting the terroir. Many winegrowers there now practice sustainable viticulture.

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What is a natural wine?

What is a natural wine?

A natural wine is made from organic or biodynamic grapes, harvested by hand and vinified without chemical inputs. No yeast or additives are used, and sulfur is very limited. The wine thus fully reflects the terroir and the winemaker's work.