CRITIC REVIEWS
Joe Czerwinski
Gonons 2019 Saint Joseph retains the typical floral signature on the nose, but it is more dark-fruited than usual, with notes of black cherries, blackberries and even black olives. Its medium to full-bodied, the first vintage recorded over 14% alcohol, according to Jean Gonon (14.2%). Concentrated, rich and velvety in feel, it boasts a long, gently chewy finish and should age well.
Matt Walls
Deeply aromatic with violets and Kalamata olives, its wildly resinous with a touch of black cherry. Medium- to full-bodied, its more concentrated and fresher than most Saint-Josephs this year. It has the classic depth and texture of Gonons Saint-Joseph, thick and alive, like a jungle. Very long finish with a floral lift. A big vintage here - increasingly the norm. Better freshness and lower alcohol heat than most in 2019.