90 -92 points,

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, December 2004

The 2003 St.-Joseph Francois de Tournon was aged in 100% used barriques. This deep, rich, full-bodied effort reveals scents of crushed stones, acacia flowers, black currants, and hints of tapenade and spice box. Enjoy this outstanding 2003 over the next decade.

89 -92 points,

Stephen Tanzer's IWC, February 2005

($29) Full ruby color. Granitic nose offers smoky black fruits and gunflint. Lush, thick and suave; superripe but with harmonious acids giving shape to the flavors of blueberry, minerals, flowers, smoke and earth. Finishes with huge, broad tannins that coat the front teeth. 89-92 points

About Winery

Another great negociant with significant vineyard holdings, and at the top of their game, is undeniably Delas, owned by the Louis Roederer/Deutz Champagne firm. Since they acquired Delas well over a decade ago, this firm has been under the management of Burgundian Jacques Grange, who has done an outstanding job producing a sensational array of wines. ~ Robert Parker Dec 2011