Faury has become one of our customers’ favorite Northern Rhone growers because of that personality. In the words of Kermit Lynch, Faury’s importer, the wines have a “remarkable rustic elegance.” Kermit’s paradoxical compliment really cuts to the heart of things at this traditional producer. They ferment in concrete with wild yeast. They aren't afraid to use some stems. They punch the cap down with bare feet, super-old-school, to extract the grapes’ goodness as gently – and with as much control – as possible. These traditional practices make for unforced, naturally elegant wines. But they never buff the Northern Rhone edges off.
What importer Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant has to say about this wine...
Blend: SyrahAppellation:Saint-JosephCountry:FranceRegion:Northern RhôneProducer:Lionel FauryWinemaker: Lionel FauryVineyard:Planted between 1937 and 1976, .9 haSoil:GraniteAging: Aged for 15 months in oak demi-muids (600-L) and barrels (220-L)Farming:Lutte RaisonnéeAlcohol: 14%
Details
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Grape Variety
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Vintage
2020
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Size
750ml
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Farming Practice
Sustainable
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Style
Earthy , Elegant , Fruity
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Sweetness
Dry
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Body
Full Bodied