Vérité La Joie Sonoma County 2019 (750ml) Veronese “98 Points

“98 Points

energy and precision defining the Alphonse Mellot style

The winemaking team worked with vineyard managers to restrict yields

Flavorful and intense

The top red from Closiers is from an old-vine parcel called “Les Trezellières” and sees 24 months in wood before bottling

Vérité La Joie Sonoma County 2019 (750ml) Veronese “98 PointsWinemaker Notes 2019 La Joie shows a rich core of black violet concentration, ringed with a very thin, youthful looking violet rim. The fruit aromatics are fresh and vibrant, with black currant & black plum compote, joined by elements of fresh cut greenery, subtle pine resin, iodine, and roasted baking spices. The palate illustrates the power and suppleness of the 2019 vintage, lending a purity and sweetness to each of the flavors described. The