Julien Pilon is a winemaker located in the Northern Rhône, near Condrieu. He studied winemaking and worked with people like Yves Cuilleron, Mas Amiel and Pierre-Jean Villa, and finally started his own project from scratch, making his first vintage in 2010 in his parent's garage. Step by step, he built his own brand, up to the point of purchasing his own cellar in the summer of 2020. Julien Pilon's estate is a modest 5 hectares, the rest of the production is sourced from his neighbors.
Presentation
Presentation
Cornas, the southernmost red terroir of the northern Rhône coasts. Offers a drier and harsher landscape than others. The wines are often in this image, and this is precisely what gives it its charm.
Terroir
Granites and schists.
Winemaking
Harvested by hand. Vinification in stainless steel vats for 3 weeks with regular pumping over.
Ageing
Aged 18 months in 225-l barrels (30% new wood).
Varietal
Syrah : 100%
Specifications
Alcohol content : 13 % vol.
Contains sulphites. Does not contain egg or egg products. Does not contain milk or milk-based products.
Advice
Serving
16°C/61°F
Ageing potential
10 to 15 years
Tasting
This Syrah is deep and concentrated, the nose offers remarkable fruit, the mouth is fresh and round.
Food pairings
Meats in sauce, red meat, game.
