Domaine Jean-Louis Chave
Offerus Saint-Joseph Syrah
St. Joseph, Northern Rhône, Rhône, France
Talk about relative value, the '13 Offerus punches well above its price point, shows gorgeous varietal character and really speaks of terroir. All of this from a region that seems to be losing its identity. The nose was remarkably pretty with pepper-infused black fruit, violets, charred meat and smoke. On the palate I found lifted textures with a mix of zesty acidity and tart blackberry, before turning more floral and mineral driven. Hints of tannin, notes of herbs and olive defined with finish, with a savory meatiness that lasted long. A seriously good QPR.
Talk about relative value, the '13 Offerus punches well above its price point, shows gorgeous varietal character and really speaks of terroir. All of this from a region that seems to be losing its identity. The nose was remarkably pretty with pepper-infused black fruit, violets, charred meat and smoke. On the palate I found lifted textures with a mix of zesty acidity and tart blackberry, before turning more floral and mineral driven. Hints of tannin, notes of herbs and olive defined with finish, with a savory meatiness that lasted long. A seriously good QPR.
Mar 29th, 2017
A paradox of precision and mystery. Vivid dark bramble fruit and cracked black pepper mixed with an exotic and ever-changing floral, marinated olive, and forest floor that is pleasing, both on the surface as well as intellectually.
A paradox of precision and mystery. Vivid dark bramble fruit and cracked black pepper mixed with an exotic and ever-changing floral, marinated olive, and forest floor that is pleasing, both on the surface as well as intellectually.
Dec 4th, 2016
Great Syrah for the price. Black, blue, and red fruit. Great tannins, medium acid, very balanced.
Great Syrah for the price. Black, blue, and red fruit. Great tannins, medium acid, very balanced.
Jan 11th, 2016
Very classic st joseph. Bacon and olive lead. A savory example for a great price.
Very classic st joseph. Bacon and olive lead. A savory example for a great price.
Apr 2nd, 2019
N Rhone goodness. Dried cherries, leather and pepper
N Rhone goodness. Dried cherries, leather and pepper
Nov 12th, 2017
Great offering! Nose is BBQ'd, campfire with underripe black cherry and blackberry fruit, herbal depth. Palate is balanced. Ahhh yes. More please.
Great offering! Nose is BBQ'd, campfire with underripe black cherry and blackberry fruit, herbal depth. Palate is balanced. Ahhh yes. More please.
Jan 13th, 2017