Domaine François Villard
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Domaine François Villard 2004 Reflet Syrah (Saint-Joseph)
- $55
Deep and peppery, with mixed blackberry and blueberry fruit. Nicely concentrated and not overdone, with a mouthwatering juiciness to the finish and smooth, polished tannins. Drink now–2015.
— J.C.
(11/15/2006)
Domaine François Villard 2005 Mairlant White (Saint-Joseph)
- $40
A 50-50 blend of Marsanne and Roussanne, which gives this wine wonderful freshness and vivacity combined with layers of honeyed ripeness. Honey and orange marmalade star on the nose, along with the merest hint of hazelnuts, while the palate features strong mineral and spice notes. Drink now–2008.
— J.C.
(11/15/2006)
Domaine François Villard 2004 Mairlant Syrah (Saint-Joseph)
- $40
Peppery and dense, with ample concentration and muscular cassis flavors. Not as nuanced, deep or long as Villard’s Reflet bottling, but still very good stuff, as it is framed by supple tannins.
— J.C.
(11/15/2006)
Domaine François Villard 2005 Fruit d'Avilleran Marsanne (Saint-Joseph)
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An interesting take on Marsanne, with 15% Roussanne to lighten it, and also a touch of unreleased CO2 to give it more life. The result is a honeyed but basically neutral wine with a chalky texture. Drink 2007–2010 after it’s smoothed out a little.
— J.C.
(11/15/2006)
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