2023 Aurélien Chatagnier Saint-Joseph "La Sybarite", Rhône Valley, FranceABOUT THIS WINE Syrah vines at least 30 years old, located in the communes of Ardoix, Charnas, Malleval, and Limony. They are situated on granitic soils, with a south southeast exposure. Grapes are hand harvested, fully destemmed, then fermented with natural yeasts, with one pump over per day. This is followed by warm maceration (30 32C) for approximately 3 weeks. Malolactic fermentation occurs in barrels. Finally, this wine completes its aging for

displaying a lovely grainy texture with excellent length

carefully managing sunlight in what he describes as “extreme viticulture

Low rainfall in the summer months reduced quantity and concentrated the grape skin-to-juice ratio

it pairs beautifully with goat cheese

built for both early enjoyment and short-term aging

complemented by a chalky undertone

which are crafted using traditional methods such as whole-cluster fermentation and minimal intervention

Domaine Michel Nartz is a small

Featuring a rich and diverse terroir influenced by its unique natural surroundings

then decided to study oenology and with the encouragement of his father became a student of Emile Peynaud at the University of Oenology in Bordeaux

20-hectare property is classified by the IVDP (Instituto dos Vinhos do Douro e Porto)

maintaining a deep-rooted commitment to quality and terroir expression