Francois Villard, Saint Joseph Rouge "Poivre et Sol", 2022 grower champagne with aromas of cinnamon

with aromas of cinnamon

Coupled with slightly warmer temperatures

making it approachable even in its youth while still offering excellent aging potential

licorice and autumnal complexity beneath its floral character

wild mushroom dishes

Francois Villard, Saint Joseph Rouge "Poivre et Sol", 2022 grower champagne with aromas of cinnamonIn the Northern Rhne, Francois Villard has crafted a wine that epitomizes the spirit of Saint Joseph with his Poivre et Sol 2022. This Syrah showcases the bold character of the regionrich in both fruit and spice, yet grounded by a deep minerality. On the nose, the wine immediately evokes a sense of depthdark berries, black cherry, and blackberry dominate, followed by savory notes of cracked black pepper, dried herbs, and a touch of earthy leather. The