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
This cuvée comes originally from the very first plot that Julien started to work on. As its name suggests, it is located on the left bank of the Rhône… on the other bank (literal translation of de l'autre rive).
Terroir
Vines planted on clay soils with rounded pebbles.
In the vineyard
From an old vine located on the left bank of the Rhône, opposite the town of Condrieu.
Winemaking
The grapes are completely destemmed and vinified in open stainless steel tanks. Vatting lasts 3 weeks, with short but frequent pumping-over (no crushing). After devatting, malolactic fermentation takes place in barrels.
Ageing
Aged for 10 months in second-hand barrels.
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
2 to 3 years
Tasting
An expressive Syrah, with notes of red fruits and liquorice, the palate is supple with fine, well-melted tannins.
Food pairings
Aperitif, charcuterie, cheese, meat in sauce, red meat, game.
