Johann Michel Grain Noir Lot 13 2016

Red
Cornas, France
7.0
WineSaint

Dense and muscular, with concentrated blackberry, graphite and crushed herbs building powerfully. The savory edge and mineral backbone showcase classic Cornas character. Firm tannins need time to integrate, but the depth and persistence are impressive.

blackberrygraphitecrushed herbsmineral
Label

Johann Michel

Johann Michel is a small Cornas and Saint-Joseph producer working granite-rooted Syrah in the northern Rhône, with a lineup that includes single-parcel bottlings Jana and Mère Michel alongside a village-level Cornas.