A terrific Saint Joseph, the 2013 St Joseph has a touch of modern polish in its black raspberry/cassis style fruits, peppery spice and cured meat aromas and flavors. These flow to a medium plus-bodied, elegant and seamless red that has outstanding mid-palate depth and enough tannin to keep it going strong for 8-10 years. It’s one high quality red that would be a terrific intro into the wines of this estate.