Ogier - Baligant - Saint-Joseph2018
RED WINE
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Producer
Ogier
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Blend
100% Syrah
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Country
France
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Region
Rhone Valley
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Appellation
Saint-Joseph
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UPC
877397006089
Technical Details
Estate
After more than 160 years, Ogier has grown to become one of the leading producers in the Rhône Valley. Most of its land holdings are in the Southern Rhône area producing wines from Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Gigondas, Vacqueyras and Lirac. The Estate also makes small but exceptional bottlings from parcels within the most notable appellations of the Northern Rhône - Crozes-Hermitage and Côte Rôtie. Ogier’s wines are an ode to finesse, elegance and freshness.
Tasting notes
Ruby-red in color. An intense nose of black fruit (blackcurrant, blueberry) and Morello cherry over a sooty, wax-polish base that lends a strong mineral character. Some leather notes mixed with grilled dried fruits. The palate is bright with a gentle acidity throughout, complexity and balance with an outstanding aftertaste making this wine a great St. Joseph.
Vinification
Hand harvested. Total destemming - natural pre-fermentation maceration with variable temperature and time depending on the vintage. Daily pumping over and cap-punching if required during a long maceration of 20 to 40 days. Temperature control between 24 and 30C.
Food pairing
To be enjoyed in these first years with red meats, rack of lamb, but it will age and serve advantageously more refined dishes such as roast game and steak.