Brotte
Saint-Joseph Marandy
2023
$43.00
4 case(s) available
About this winery
Four generations for this Châteauneuf-du-Pape house rooted in the heart of the Rhône Valley for more than 70 years. In 1931, Charles Brotte, the founder, moved to Châteauneuf-du-Pape and created a bottling cellar, to offer wine lovers to the character of this country. Later, it was the creation of the famous Pope's Vial, a true ambassador, exported to more than 95 countries. Today, La Maison Brotte is a dynamic and innovative group, which includes a vineyard of more than 60 hectares, Domaine...
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Production notes
This delicate and pleasing wine shows in historical records as early as the 16th century. SaintJoseph (allegedly the protector of scorned husbands) was once lauded by the kings of France as well as Victor Hugo, who mentioned it in ‘Les Misérables’. Between the years of 1956 and 1969, all of the vineyards between Chavanay (30km south of Lyon) and Guilherand (north of Valence) were regrouped into the AOC StJoseph. The majority of the vines are planted on steep slopes. The soil is composed of schist and gneiss on a granite base. The climate is hot and dry in summer and rainy during the other seasons.
Tasting notes
Expressive, classically elegant tannins appear with notes of raspberry and cassis. Beautifully mouth-filling with a spicy finish.