Honey, pear and pineapple aromas appear on the nose of the 2019 Saint Joseph Blanc. A 70-30 blend of Marsanne and Roussanne that was mainly barrel fermented and aged (20% went into tank and stayed there until the final blending), it's a medium to full-bodied effort, with a plump, fleshy mouthfeel and a lingering, more citrusy finish.

The base 2019 Saint Joseph Blanc from Gripa is 70% Marsanne and 30% Roussanne that was brought up in a combination of 600-liter barrels (50%), 228-liter barrels (30%) and stainless-steel vats (20%). Bright pineapple, honeyed currants, chamomile, and toasty spice all emerge on the nose, followed by a medium-bodied white offering wonderful purity of fruit, some obvious minerality, and a great finish.