{"product_id":"saint-joseph-tradition-2022-biodynamic-red-wine-in-elm-gift-box","title":"Saint-Joseph Tradition 2022 Biodynamic Red Wine in Elm Gift Box","description":"\u003ch1 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDomaine Monier Perréol\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSaint-Joseph Tradition 2022 AOC –\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBiodynamic \u0026amp; Vegan, Elm Wood Gift Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA certified biodynamic and vegan Syrah from a small family estate in the Northern Rhône, presented in an elm wood box lined with black and blue silk. Fresh, peppery and long, it's a gift for someone who appreciates wine with a real sense of place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\"Le Vin, Sang de la Terre\"\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe estate's motto translates as \"Wine, Blood of the Earth.\" It's a poetic French expression, used in biodynamic and natural wine circles, for the idea that wine is the living essence of the soil it comes from. It sums up everything about how this family works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Family Behind the Wine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eGuillaume Monier is the fourth generation of his family to farm at Brunieux, a lieu-dit (a named local spot) in the hills above the village of Saint-Désirat, in the north of the Saint-Joseph appellation. The family farms around 5 hectares of Syrah, Marsanne and Roussanne on gentle, higher-altitude slopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFor years, Guillaume's father Jean-Pierre sold his grapes to the local co-operative. In 2001 he decided the fruit was good enough to bottle under the family's own name. Inspired by the work of the German biodynamic pioneer Maria Thun, he took the vineyards biodynamic, and they have been certified since 2006. In 2008 he joined forces with like-minded grower Philippe Perréol, and Domaine Monier Perréol was born.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFarming with Nature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe estate is always looking for ways to make the vineyard healthier and more alive. Between the vines they sow aromatic herbs as cover crops. They are moving towards agroforestry, bringing trees and other plants into the vineyard to create a richer ecosystem. They also experiment with electroculture, an unusual technique that uses natural electrical and magnetic fields to stimulate plant growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe vines grow on granite and loess soils, which give the estate's wines their fine, mineral freshness. The family's prized Châtelet parcel is their flagship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHow It's Made\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWinemaking is hands-off. The grapes are fully destemmed, and fermentation starts naturally with wild yeasts in temperature-controlled cement tanks, with daily pumping over and punching down to gently draw out colour and flavour. The wine then ages for a year in tonneaux, large oak barrels that add texture and subtle depth without overpowering the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep ruby to garnet red, characteristic of Northern Rhône Syrah\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blackberry and blackcurrant, black pepper and roasted mocha from delicate oak, lifted by aromatic herbs and a hint of eucalyptus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced and expansive. Thanks to the fresh vintage it feels airy, almost suspended, rather than heavy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remarkably long, carried by fine minerality from the granite terroir\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast lamb with rosemary and garlic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVenison or game dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlow-braised beef or a rich stew\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuck with blackberry or cherry sauce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMushroom, lentil or aubergine dishes for a vegan pairing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged hard cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Gift Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe wine comes in an elm wood presentation box with a black and blue silk lining, a keepsake in its own right. It's ideal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorporate and client gifts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBirthdays, anniversaries and retirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChristmas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThank-you gifts for someone special\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVegan and sustainability-minded wine lovers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWine Specification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDomaine Monier Perréol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaint-Joseph Tradition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2022\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppellation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaint-Joseph AOC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNorthern Rhône, France\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVillage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaint-Désirat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100% Syrah\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGranite and loess\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFarming\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCertified biodynamic (since 2006)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVegan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWild yeasts, cement tanks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAgeing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 months in tonneaux (large oak barrels)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.5%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottle size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75cl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServe at\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16–18°C; decant for 30–60 minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePresentation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElm wood gift box, black and blue silk lining\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDelivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWe deliver across the UK, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. All our deliveries are eco-friendly, packed with care so your gift arrives safely and sustainably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Saint-Joseph wine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSaint-Joseph is an appellation in France's Northern Rhône Valley. Its red wines are made from Syrah and are known for dark fruit, black pepper and a fresh, mineral character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this wine biodynamic and vegan?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Domaine Monier Perréol has been certified biodynamic since 2006, and this wine is vegan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does biodynamic mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBiodynamic farming goes further than organic. It treats the vineyard as a living, self-sustaining ecosystem, with no synthetic chemicals, and works with natural rhythms and soil health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does \"Tradition\" mean on the label?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's the domaine's classic Saint-Joseph cuvée, as opposed to their single-vineyard wines such as Châtelet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a good corporate gift?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. A biodynamic, vegan wine from a small family estate, presented in an elm wood box, feels thoughtful and distinctive rather than generic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat alcohol level is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e12.5%, which is relatively moderate for a Rhône red, and part of what makes it feel fresh and elegant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you deliver to Ireland?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. We deliver across the UK, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, and all our deliveries are eco-friendly\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Absolute Organic Wine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67680433504367,"sku":null,"price":69.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0079\/7628\/8367\/files\/Saint-Joseph_Tradition_2022_Biodynamic_Red_Wine_in_Elm_Gift_Box_7.png?v=1791306905","url":"https:\/\/www.absoluteorganicwine.com\/products\/saint-joseph-tradition-2022-biodynamic-red-wine-in-elm-gift-box","provider":"Absolute Organic Wine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}