2022, Domaine Jean-Louis Chave, SAINT-JOSEPH, RougeThe 2022 Saint Joseph is medium bodied and savory, with delicate notes of red plum, crushed violets, licorice, graphite and a hint of dried meat. Layers of black olive and white pepper add depth and complexity. Smooth tannins provide gentle structure, leading to a persistent and elegant finish. 93 Nicolas Greinacher, Vinous (2024). A tasting of the four main parts (Les Challaix, Le Clos, La Dardouille and Bachasson) suggests that this will be a

This should drink well young but age well too over the mid-term

92-94 William Kelley

Formerly known as Pinot Gris Cuvee Ste Catherine

Ripe fruit

The 2020 is a bruiser

I adore the combination of flavours and this feels expertly made with precision

blackberry and slat

“The early start of the season was nerve-racking because of the mildew pressure

The 2022 Talbot is especially impressive

Floral and expressive on the nose with pink and purple flowers

Sweet cherries and hints of wild berry flavours

This is old-school in some ways - a wine that will oblige cellar ageing