Domaine Bernard Gripa 2017 Saint-Joseph Rouge "Le Berceau" 750ml

The old vine 2017 Saint Joseph Le Berceau is slightly more inky colored yet has a similar exotic bouquet of blue fruits, exotic pepper, sappy herbs, bloody meat, and bacon fat. Rich, full-bodied, and powerful on the palate, it's not for those seeking instant gratification, but it’s a brilliant, classic, old school, beautifully concentrated Saint Joseph that will be adored by Northern Rhône lovers out there. Hide bottles for a solid 4-5 years and enjoy over the following 10-15 years.

Score: 95 points -- Jeb Dunnock, jebdunnock.com, 2019