Domaine Julien Pilon - Saint-Joseph - Rue des Poissonniers, Paris XVIIIe - Red - 2022

Wine:

The 2022 Saint-Joseph Rue des Poissonniers, Paris XVIIIe Red truly exceeds its appellation! A Committee Top Pick with a 94/100 rating, this wine is pure delight with a smoky, ripe nose layered with dark berries, spices, and the savory, bacon-like note of top Syrahs. The palate is equally captivating, offering dense texture, depth, and a beautiful mineral brightness that ensures freshness, along with enveloped, velvety tannins. This harmonious wine will only refine over the next decade and ranks in the top 10 of the finest cuvées we’ve tasted in recent years!

Vinification:

Hand-harvested. Aged for 12 months in 225- and 500-litre barrels, including 10% new wood.

Color:

Dark, brilliant purplish red.

Nose:

Smoky and beautifully mature, with notes of black fruit and spices.

Palate:

Fresh yet deeply layered, this cuvée shines with mineral brightness, delivering a dense profile with velvety, enveloped tannins.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Grilled meats, simmered dishes in sauce, beef with shallots.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2034.

A rising star of the Rhône Valley and awarded 1 star by RVF, Julien Pilon has captured the attention of even the most discerning enthusiasts, making his wines highly sought after. Having trained with some of the greats—Yves Cuilleron, Pierre Gaillard, Pierre-Jean Villa, and Mas Amiel—he brings a refined, terroir-focused approach to his winemaking.

His wines from the finest northern Rhône Valley appellations delight fans of freshness and purity, with whites known for their incredible precision and reds that are equally impressive. The downside? His success, combined with limited production, makes availability a challenge.