Both St Julien’s proximity to the moderating effects of the Gironde river, and its homogenous gravel on clay and limestone soils, helped produce some stellar wines in 2022.
The wines really showcase the vintage’s ripe fruit with muscular frames alongside purity, clarity and striking vibrancy.
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