Saint Joseph Blanc "Dimanche à Lima" 2022 | Wine from Domaine Julien Pilon

Saint Joseph Blanc "Dimanche à Lima" 2022 | Wine from Domaine Julien Pilon

The Domaine Julien Pilon, established in Condrieu, is the result of the passion and expertise of Julien Pilon. After several enriching experiences in Roussillon and Spain, he returned to his native lands to express the full richness of the Northern Rhône Valley terroirs. Since 2010, Julien Pilon has been working with great precision on his emblematic white grape varieties, Marsanne and Roussanne, adhering to the principles of reasoned ecological viticulture.

The Saint-Joseph Blanc "Dimanche à Lima" 2022 is the result of a meticulous blend of six distinct plots located between the north and south of the Saint-Joseph appellation. These plots benefit from a great geological diversity, alternating between sandy, granitic, and limestone soils, offering a unique aromatic complexity to this wine. The grapes, harvested by hand, are carefully vinified to preserve their freshness and finesse.

The golden and luminous color immediately catches the eye. On the nose, the wine expresses a rich and complex aromatic palette, dominated by delicate floral notes and subtle honeyed nuances. On the palate, it reveals a ample and creamy texture, perfectly balanced by a beautiful mineral tension. The finish is long, marked by elegant noble bitters, which bring great depth.

The Saint-Joseph Blanc "Dimanche à Lima" 2022 is the ideal companion for refined gourmet dishes. It enhances seared foie gras, roasted sea bass with herbs, or even truffled poultry in creamy sauce. It also pairs perfectly with a wild mushroom risotto or aged cheeses like Beaufort or aged Comté.

• Serving temperature: 12 °C
• Decanting: Open and let aerate for 1 hour before tasting
• Cellaring potential: Enjoy from today, but it can also age for 5 to 7 years to develop more complex aromas.

• Type of wine: White wine
• Appellation: Saint-Joseph
• Alcohol content: 13.5%
• Format: 0.75 L
• Vintage: 2022
• Country of production: France
• Region of production: Rhône Valley
• Estate: Domaine Julien Pilon
• Grape varieties: Marsanne, Roussanne
• Aging: 10 months in barrels
• Viticulture: Reasoned ecological
• Terroir: Sandy, granitic, limestone
• Wine intensity: Creamy
• Dominant aroma: White fruits
• Tasting occasion: Gastronomy