the parcel is situated directly below Perrières and abutting Combettes)

The depth here is nothing short of mind blowing and this is clearly a notch up from the 2000 if not quite as promising as either the ’98 or the ’99

A wine of pure and total pleasure

This shows mature notes

restrained scents include hints of pencil shavings

Chapoutier, Saint-Joseph Clos Size:6x750ml the parcel is situated directlyOpaque ruby. Dark berries, violet oil, anise and smoky minerals on the deeply scented now. On the palate, intense blueberry and blackberry flavors become spicier with air and show very good clarity. Opens up nicely on the spicy, expansive finish, which is firmed by youthfully chewy but harmonious tannins. Josh Raynolds