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Structure
Drinking window
Best 5 to 15 years from vintage.
vintage5 yrs15 yrs17 yrs
Critic scores
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In the glass
Aroma: black cherry, smoked olive, violet, herbs, pepper
Palate: concentrated dark fruit, mineral grip, firm tannins, spice, long finish
Cuilleron's flagship Saint-Joseph rouge from old Syrah vines on granite. A serious, concentrated Northern Rhone Syrah that showcases the Saint-Joseph appellation at its finest.
What it pairs with
- Lamb daube with herbs de Provence Provencale lamb stew and concentrated Saint-Joseph Syrah are a natural pairing.More wines for lamb →
- Grilled sausage with lentils Earthy lentils and smoked pork find resonance in the wine's mineral and herb character.More wines for sausages →
- Duck breast with olives and capers The wine's olive notes echo the preparation while dark fruit matches duck.More wines for duck breast →
With cheese
How to serve Saint-Joseph L'Amarybelle Rouge
Allow 95 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and decant. Open 90 minutes before serving and pour into a decanter to aerate.
- Serve at 16-18°C. Cellar temperature (16-18°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a large Bordeaux-style glass: the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- Pair with. Lamb daube with herbs de Provence, Grilled sausage with lentils, Duck breast with olives and capers. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
L'Amarybelle is Cuilleron's prestige Saint-Joseph rouge from old vines on granite terraces in the northern part of the appellation. It showcases the serious red-wine potential of Saint-Joseph.
- 1993First vintage of L'Amarybelle as Cuilleron's flagship Saint-Joseph rouge
Facts
- Producer
- Yves Cuilleron · visiting guide
- Grapes
- Syrah (100%)
- Classification
- Saint-Joseph AOC
- Oak
- 14 months in used French oak barriques
- ABV
- 13.0%
- Price
- EUR 25-40 at retail
- Drinking window
- 5-15 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1993
- Organic
- ECOCERT
Frequently asked about Saint-Joseph L'Amarybelle Rouge
What does Saint-Joseph L'Amarybelle Rouge taste like?
On the nose, black cherry, smoked olive, violet, herbs, pepper. On the palate, concentrated dark fruit, mineral grip, firm tannins, spice, long finish. Structurally full-bodied, firm tannins, high acidity with a long, peppery with mineral finish. Cuilleron's flagship Saint-Joseph rouge from old Syrah vines on granite. A serious, concentrated Northern Rhone Syrah that showcases the Saint-Joseph appellation at its finest.
When should I drink Saint-Joseph L'Amarybelle Rouge?
Drink 5-15 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Saint-Joseph L'Amarybelle Rouge?
Lamb daube with herbs de Provence is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Grilled sausage with lentils and Duck breast with olives and capers. Provencale lamb stew and concentrated Saint-Joseph Syrah are a natural pairing.
What grapes are in Saint-Joseph L'Amarybelle Rouge?
The blend is Syrah (100%). The wine is classified as Saint-Joseph AOC.
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