Michel & Stéphane Ogier – Saint Joseph
AOC SAINT JOSEPH
This Saint Joseph is the perfect representation of finesse and purity. Amazing floral nuances, with notes of dark berries and a long spicy finish, this wine is a true success.
ESTATE & WINEMAKER
Until 1983, Michel Ogier sold his wine to the trade market and vinified in the conventional manner of whole crop. In 1997, his son Stéphane joined the estate after studying oenology in Beaune, where he retained a taste for elegance and finesse. The amazing precision, the style and the high exigency of Stéphane placed hime among the elite of the estate.
SITE
The plot is located in the famous area of Malleval.
GRAPE VARIETY
100% Syrah.
SOIL
Granite.
GROWING METHOD
In the vineyards they practice lutte raisonnée. They stopped the heavy treatments a long time ago. They plough the vineyards and try to respect nature as much as possible.
SURFACE AREA
2 hectares.
DENSITY
10000 vines / hectares.
VINIFICATION
Stalking and cold maceration in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks.
AGEING
18 months in oak barrel, 10% new oak.