Paul Jaboulet Aîné
Saint-Joseph Le Grand Pompée
2020
- Organic
- Vegan
$38.50
About this winery
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Product notes
The name of the Great Pompey is borrowed from Victor Hugo's "Legend of the Centuries": in the 9th century, the Great Pompey, a faithful friend of Charlemagne, fought alongside him against the Moors on the right bank of the Rhône. In this battle there remains a famous verse 'And of this wine that the Great Pompey loved'.
Production notes
The grapes are harvested by hand and sorted. Destemmed, crushed, they follow a maceration of 3 weeks with a delicate extraction of tannins by daily pumping over. Aging lasts 12 months in tapered French oak vats.
Tasting notes
Expressive and rich nose with concentrated aromas of ripe red fruits and spices. Le Grand Pompey reveals a harmonious and delicate palate. Pairings with rib steak and duck breast.