Structure

Bodyfull
Tanninfirm
Acidityhigh
Sweetnessdry
Oakbarrel aged

Drinking window

Best 5 to 15 years from vintage.
vintage5 yrs15 yrs17 yrs

Critic scores

No critic score is published for this bottle that we can cite with a reviewer, a vintage and a review year, so none is shown. The rating in the header is our own.

In the glass

Full-bodiedFirm tanninHigh acidityDryLong, Peppery With Mineral finish

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.
  • Grilled sausage with lentils
    Earthy lentils and smoked pork find resonance in the wine's mineral and herb character.
  • Duck breast with olives and capers
    The wine's olive notes echo the preparation while dark fruit matches duck.

How to serve Saint-Joseph L'Amarybelle Rouge

Allow 95 minutes from open to pour.

  1. Open and decant. Open 90 minutes before serving and pour into a decanter to aerate.
  2. Serve at 16-18°C. Cellar temperature (16-18°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
  3. Glassware. Use a large Bordeaux-style glass: the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
  4. 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.

  1. 1993: First 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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