Julien Cecillon, Saint Joseph 'Babylone' 2022

Julien is native from the region, coming from a winemaking family, nephew of excellent maker Jean Louis Grippat. He did not start his career in wine since his uncle sold the vineyards to Guigal in 1998. In his quest for a happy life, he ditched tailored suits and ties for overalls and wellies; making a U turn in 2008 and retrained. Nancy is from Houston, Texas. She started her winemaking life in Marlborough - New Zealand followed by Napa Valley. She then qualified and worked as a sommelier. They met in San Francisco. What they have achieved in the last 10 years is remarkable. From two plots of vines in Saint Joseph, they have spread their wings a little further. They now produce wines in Saint Péray, Cornas, Saint Joseph, Crozes-Hermitage and a myriad of super tasty vin de pays.

Grape Varieties: Syrah Age of Vines: Ranging from 30 - 120 years old Terroir: Granite soils Vineyard/Plot Name: Cote de Rivoines, La Rone Exposition: South East Exposition Vineyard Surface Area: 1ha Altitude: 280 - 300m Planting Density: Ranges from 6000 - 10,000 Vines/ha Yield: 40 hl per ha Production (Btls): 5567 Bottles Vinification: Native yeasts, 50% Whole BunchesFermented in stainless steel tank for 30 days Ageing: 18 Months in barrel, 5% New Oak Alcohol: 13.18%