Chapoutier, Saint-Joseph Granits Blanc Vintage:2018 David Powell was notably less

David Powell was notably less humble than usual during my recent visit

Patience strongly recommended

lavender and acacia blossom as well as discreet citrus nuances

This too displays lovely depth and persistence in a package that should reward up to a decade of keeping

Chapoutier, Saint-Joseph Granits Blanc Vintage:2018 David Powell was notably lessMoving to the 2016s, the 2016 Saint Joseph Les Granits Blanc is beautiful, with lots of citrus blossom, crushed rock, tangerine, turmeric, and liquid rock like minerality. With an almost Coche Dury like reductive quality, it hits the palate with medium to full bodied richness, beautiful purity and freshness, nicely integrated acidity, and a great finish. This 100% Marsanne was brought up in 15% demi muids and is a balanced, elegant effort to drink