Domaine Julien Pilon - Saint-Joseph - Dimanche à Lima - White - 2023

Wine:

Anchored by equal parts Roussanne and Marsanne, and crafted from six parcels spanning the length of the appellation, the 2023 White Saint-Joseph Dimanche à Lima is a beautifully textured wine. Its aromatic profile, with notes of apricot and yellow flowers, reflects ripe grapes in a clear, pure, and precise bouquet. On the palate, subtle oak aging, with a touch of new barrels, brings depth, roundness, and richness. This is a wine with texture and substance, enhanced by mineral-driven bitters that lend persistence. An impressive achievement. Rated 92/100 by the Committee."

Vinification:

Hand harvested. All batches are vinified and matured separately. Aged for 10 months in 225-litre and 400-litre barrels, 15% of which are new.

Color:

Intense, bright straw yellow.

Nose:

Direct, clean, and precise, with beautiful aromas of apricot, apricot tart, and yellow flowers.

Palate:

With a vibrant presence of ripe character, this cuvée brilliantly combines richness, depth, texture, and structure. A touch of mineral bitterness adds impressive length and persistence.

Temperature:

Serve between 10 and 12°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Scallop croustillade, veal fillet mignon with sage, fish terrine, baked fish, fresh cheeses.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2030.

A rising star of the Rhône Valley and awarded 1 star by RVF, Julien Pilon has captured the attention of even the most discerning enthusiasts, making his wines highly sought after. Having trained with some of the greats—Yves Cuilleron, Pierre Gaillard, Pierre-Jean Villa, and Mas Amiel—he brings a refined, terroir-focused approach to his winemaking.

His wines from the finest northern Rhône Valley appellations delight fans of freshness and purity, with whites known for their incredible precision and reds that are equally impressive. The downside? His success, combined with limited production, makes availability a challenge.