Delas, Saint-Joseph Cuvee Francois de Tournon Vintage:2011 (from 7 different parcels of

(from 7 different parcels of 50+ year old vines that total 1

saline and chiseled finish

I like the touch of minerality that surfaces on the finish and if this can develop additional depth in bottle

This could use a bit more depth but more should develop with a few years of aging

Would that it were priced similarly to RWT

Delas, Saint-Joseph Cuvee Francois de Tournon Vintage:2011 (from 7 different parcels ofBrilliant ruby. Deeply pitched dark berry and violet pastille aromas are brightened by Asian spices and mineral qualities that gain strength with air. At once ripe and lively on the palate, offering juicy black raspberry and bitter cherry flavors and a touch of cola. Shows very good clarity and appealing sweetness on the finish, which is framed by silky tannins. This wine is delicious right now. Josh Raynolds