Domaine Pierre Gonon - Saint Joseph Blanc - Les Oliviers 2018
Pierre Gonon is a benchmark estate located in the Saint-Joseph appellation, in the North of the Rhône Valley. The Domaine's 10 hectares of vines are located on the best granite sites of Tournon, Mauves and Saint Jean de Muzols, in the original part of the appellation. The vineyards are cultivated organically, with very low yields thanks to the pruning of the vines.
The Saint-Joseph Blanc Les Oliviers comes from a 2-hectares plot in the appellation that is considered the best for white wines. It is a blend of Marsanne (80%) and Roussanne (20%), fermented in large casks, then aged in barriques and larger barrels for 11 months, with regular lees stirring.
Grape varieties: 80% Marsanne, 20% Roussanne