Pierre Jean Villa, Saint-Joseph Rouge "Preface", 2023 SO021226 Piero Busso The vintage produced wines of

The vintage produced wines of exceptional clarity and energy across the appellation — warm and dry

Though lighter in color and structure

For many it's the single most perfect expression of the grape

The 2023 vintage from this great terroir delivers the appellation's hallmark oyster-shell minerality with additional richness and grip

The palate is medium-bodied and silky

Pierre Jean Villa, Saint-Joseph Rouge "Preface", 2023 SO021226 Piero Busso The vintage produced wines ofPierre Jean Villa is one of the Northern Rhone's most compelling modern producers, farming organically and making precise, terroir driven wines since 2009. 'Preface' is his entry level Saint Joseph, and the red is pure Syrah from the appellation's granite slopes, the classic introduction to Northern Rhone Syrah. Expect dark fruit, black pepper, violets and a savory, peppery backbone with fresh acidity and approachable tannins. It's a genuine, well