The 2023 Domaine Graeme & Julie Bott Saint-Joseph Blanc is a refined and expressive Northern Rhône white, blending 70% Roussanne and 30% Marsanne to beautiful effect. Intensely aromatic, it opens with notes of white peach, apricot, pear, citron, and pineapple, intertwined with floral nuances of jasmine, hawthorn, honeysuckle, and white blossoms. Hints of honey, almond paste, and delicate nuttiness add further depth. On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied with a creamy yet fresh texture, driven by lively acidity and a pronounced granite-borne minerality. Stone-fruit flavours mingle with lemon and a touch of elegant, subtle bitterness that enhances complexity. The finish is long, persistent, and flavourful, leaving refined traces of almond and pear. This is a beautifully balanced and characterful Saint-Joseph Blanc with both charm and structure.
More About The Winery
Nestled in the Northern Rhône Valley, Domaine Graeme & Julie Bott has quickly become one of the region’s most exciting and dynamic producers. Established by husband-and-wife team Graeme Bott, originally from New Zealand, and Julie Bott, a native of the Rhône, the domaine has earned an impressive reputation in a remarkably short time.
From their first vintage in 2016, the Botts have gained critical acclaim for their precise, terroir-driven wines across Condrieu, Côte-Rôtie, Saint-Joseph, and Collines Rhodaniennes. With a deep respect for the land, they practice sustainable viticulture, working steep granite slopes by hand to craft wines of purity, finesse, and energy.
Their Viognier from Condrieu shows crystalline minerality and floral elegance, while their Syrah from Côte-Rôtie and Saint-Joseph delivers aromatic complexity, balance, and remarkable aging potential. The style is modern yet respectful of tradition — wines that capture both Northern Rhône authenticity and Bott family innovation.