Domaine Laurent Habrard
FAMILY ESTATE • CERTIFIED ORGANIC • NORTHERN RHÔNE • FRANCE
Saint-Joseph
RED
Sainte-Épine
2024
A granite-driven Saint-Joseph full of character, where the controlled power of Syrah meets the mineral elegance of the Sainte-Épine terroir.
Grape Variety-ies
100% Syrah
Terroir
Decomposed granite and granitic sands over a granite bedrock, sometimes mixed with gneiss and schist.
Winemaking
Partly whole-cluster depending on ripeness; pump-overs and punch-downs adapted according to tastings; minimal use of oenological inputs, with no enzymes and no fining agents.
Technical Specifications
100% Syrah. Certified Organic. Alcohol: 13% vol. Contains sulfites. Format: 75 cl. Lightweight bottle. No capsule.
Tasting Notes
Very open aromas of cherry liqueur, clove and sweet spices, supported by subtle oak.
Food Pairing
Roasted pigeon, aged rib steak, rack of lamb, hare stew, Provençal beef stew, truffle risotto, wild mushrooms, Ossau-Iraty, Saint-Félicien, sheep’s milk tomme.
Serving & Cellaring
Serving temperature: 15°C, decanting recommended during the first years. Cellaring potential: drink from today through 2035.
Winemaker's Notes
Sainte-Épine is a rare wine in which Syrah expresses itself with sincerity, between contained power and mineral brightness. The 2024 vintage is deeply rooted in its granitic terroir. I cultivate my vines as one cultivates a relationship: with patience, attention and trust.
Certifications
Certified Organic estate since 2008. Minimal oenological inputs, manual work and soil-friendly practices, reduced environmental impact, lightweight bottles without capsules, recyclable materials and fair social practices. Guiding principle: respect for Nature, respect for People.