Saint Cosme Saint Joseph (2019)

Louis Barruol describes the microclimate of the vineyard Malleval as “very cold” which allows the grapes to retain acidity and showcase the floral aromas of the local Sérine variety. Aromas and flavors of blackberries and wild strawberries are accented by notes of peppercorns, tobacco, peonies, and violets. Syrah, with its deep flavors and firm tannins, is a natural match for grilled or smoked meat and dishes featuring herbs, roasted mushrooms, and onions. Seared venison or beef with black pepper and thyme or a Moroccan tagine of pigeon or chicken are complimented by the spicy characteristic of Syrah.

Tasting Notes

94 Jeb Dunnuck
More granite-like aromas and flavors emerge from the 2019 Saint Joseph, which offers impressive depth of fruit, medium to full body, ripe tannins, and bright, focused acidity. With lots of smoked game, red and blue fruits, obvious minerality, and outstanding length, you could do much worse than having a case of this in the cellar. Range: 92-94

92 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Saint Cosme's 2019 Saint Joseph features alluring scents of baking spices, roasted meat, black cherries and black olives—it's a lovely, aromatic offering. In the mouth, it's medium to full-bodied, silky and fine, with those ripe tannins and balanced acids imparting a sense of freshness and vitality that persists through the elegant finish. Sourced from granite terroirs at the northern end of the appellation, it's easily the equal of some producers' Côte Rôties.