AOP Saint-Joseph Rouge Badel Organic 75cl

The Organic Saint-Joseph Red 75cl is an organic wine from the Rhône Valley, made from 100% Syrah grapes, offering a balance of power, finesse, and elegance on the palate, with rich aromas and a fine tannic structure.

Main characteristics
Appellation: AOP Saint-Joseph Red (Rhône Valley)
Grape variety: 100% Syrah
Vintage: for example 2022 for some recent organic producers
Alcohol content: between 12.5% and 14% ABV depending on the producer
Volume: standard 75 cl bottle
Organic label: certified Organic Farming (AB Label), guaranteeing environmentally friendly and terroir-respecting viticulture without synthetic pesticides, GMOs or chemical fertilizers

Tasting and aromatic profile
Color: deep red
Nose: notes of jammy black fruits, cocoa, sometimes a touch of pepper typical of Syrah
Palate: smooth start with a fine structure, powerful and balanced wine, dense yet silky tannic structure, with a lingering finish that can evolve favorably over 8 to 10 years
Ideal serving temperature: 16-18 °C
Vinification: often manual and traditional, with aging in barrels and vats (particularly for certain selected organic estates)

Recommended food and wine pairings
Charcuterie, game birds, grilled or sauced red meats, leg of lamb, dishes in sauce
Aged cheeses, especially Saint-Marcellin
Typical dishes from the region such as roast lamb, boeuf bourguignon or game

Particularities and distinctions
Some vintages have received gold medals in regional competitions (example: Mâcon Competition)

Organic certification promotes a more authentic expression of the granite terroirs of Saint-Joseph, with respectful viticulture

The wine can be enjoyed young but also has aging potential of up to a decade for bottles stored properly