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3 stars Robert Parker
Josh Raynolds: “I’m especially impressed by their St Joseph VV, which ranks among the top of the appellation.”
Eric Asimov, New York Times: “Young Lionel Faury makes wines with finesse and elegance, demonstrating that even the newer part of St Joseph has something to offer if the grapes come from granite soils.”
Along the steep, narrow valley that traces the northern Rhône, the appellations of Côte-Rôtie, Condrieu and Saint-Joseph take their place among the great wines of France, and Domaine Faury is one of the region’s most artisanal producers. When Philippe Faury took over the domaine in 1979, the family was selling wine, peaches and cherries, and the bulk of their clientele was local. Over the years, Philippe increased their holdings to over 11 hectares and began to sell internationally. He shared his savoir faire with his son, Lionel. Since 2006, Lionel has taken over the reins, though father and son still work side by side. Every method they use encourages the grape towards greatness with the ultimate respect for its fragility.
Gloriette is an old word the name for the little stone huts vignerons built for shade, rest and storing tools. From a selection of the oldest vines of the estate (45 to 80 years old) exposed North East, North West, at a place called “Le Blanchard”. Grown in granite. Hand harvested, 70 to 80% of grapes are de-stemmed. Fermentation lasts 15 to 20 days. Pump-overs occur twice daily. Aged for 15 months in oak demi-muids (600-L) and barrels (220-L).
94 Points Josh Reynolds Vinous Media “Deep, shimmering violet. Heady aromas of fresh black and blue fruits, incense, violet and black pepper show excellent clarity and minerally lift. Sappy, sweet and energetic in style, showing real intensity and sharp delineation to the spice-laced blackberry, cherry liqueur, floral pastille and bitter chocolate flavors. Smooth and seamless in texture, showing impressive clarity and spicy thrust on the gently tannic finish, which echoes the cherry and floral notes. This wine, which is sourced from an old (mostly 1937), Serine-planted vineyard in Chavanay, always over-delivers for its appellation. Made with 60% whole clusters. Drinking Window 2023 – 2031”
Our Special Price $94.99 – Last bottles
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