Les Hauts de Julien
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Typically best enjoyed 5–15 years from the vintage release, though exceptional vintages can cellar well beyond.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Roasted rosemary lamb, wild boar stew, grilled ribeye steak
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Hailing from the high-altitude terraces of Vinsobres in the northernmost part of the Southern Rhône, Les Hauts de Julien is a remarkable single-plot cuvée that showcases the incredible potential of centenarian vines. Purchased by the Perrin family, this ancient vineyard was originally planted around 1901. Situated at approximately 300 meters elevation on stony, limestone-rich soils, the plot benefits from a cool microclimate that imparts a signature freshness, intense minerality, and elegant structure to the wine. A co-fermented blend of ancient Syrah and Grenache, it is crafted with minimal intervention and aged in French oak, resulting in a deep, complex red that beautifully marries dark mountain fruit, wild herbs, and cracked black pepper.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Established in the southern Rhône Valley and closely tied to the legendary Château de Beaucastel since 1909, Famille Perrin is one of France's most respected winemaking dynasties. Under the visionary guidance of Jacques Perrin and subsequent generations, the family pioneered organic viticulture in 1950 and biodynamic farming in 1974. Based in Courthézon, they are celebrated for their masterful blending of all thirteen permitted Châteauneuf-du-Pape grape varieties, aging their wines in traditional large oak foudres to preserve purity and terroir. Their world-class portfolio ranges from the iconic, Mourvèdre-dominant Château de Beaucastel Hommage à Jacques Perrin to expressive regional selections like Les Sinards and La Gille.