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This vibrant Saint-Joseph was Jean-François Malsert’s first wine, and it retains pride of place in his portfolio. It’s a 100% Syrah from two adjacent parcels in granite and mica-schist at Sécheras, perched above the Rhône River at 300 metres; any higher and the vines could not be classified as Saint-Joseph. The oldest vines are 45 years old, contributing delicious brambly depth; younger vines of 15 years of age add the brightness.
Whole-bunch fermented (with no additions), Les Sabots de Coppi was raised for 19 months in a mixture of concrete and sandstone amphora. Resonating with peppery black raspberry, allspice and candied florals, it’s a deliciously juicy and lively Saint-Joseph with just the right amount of supple structure to support aging. The cuvée name means “Coppi's hooves.” Coppi was the name of the mule owned by Jean-Francois’ grandfather, who named him Coppi after the famous Italian cyclist.