We're absolutely thrilled to announce a new direct-import relationship with one of the undisputed stars of the Northern Rhône. Domaine Coursodon has been at the very pinnacle of the St-Joseph appellation for the better part of two decades, and their wines represent some of the savviest buys and most artfully crafted renditions in the entire region. When we tasted the range of 2023s at this year's Vinexpo/Wine Paris, we knew we had to get them into our stable.
While each and every expression was a surefire winner, the 2023 l'Olivaie is emblematic of what the domaine does best. It has already garnered 93-95 points from Jeb Dunnuck, who notes, "The overall balance and purity here are exceptional." B-21 Rhone Buyer Andrew Kitz echoes that sentiment, praising the wine as "superbly polished and poised without seeming 'constructed', a precise representation of vintage, terroir and domaine style – in short, an archetypal St-Joseph."
Coming from very old vines and brought up mostly in used barrels with 15% new oak, the 2023 Saint Joseph Olivaie reveals smoking good red and black fruits, flowery incense, spice, and cured meat intermixed with peppery nuances on the nose. It's medium to full-bodied and has a broad, layered mouthfeel, velvety tannins, and a gorgeous finish. It's one sexy Saint Joseph that does everything right. I love it today, yet given its balance and depth, I see no reason it shouldn't see its 20th birthday in fine form.
95 points, Jeb Dunnuck (Feb 2026)
Matured with 20% new oak (including one new demi-muid), the 2023 Saint-Joseph l'Olivaie reveals aromas of black cherry, cassis, rose and floral nuances, with a subtle hint of surmaturité. Medium- to full-bodied, it’s round, velvety and fleshy, offering a dense yet harmonious profile. A fine thread of tension balances its gourmand character, while the silky texture carries through to a long, elegant finish.
93 points, Yohan Castaing, Wine Advocate (May 2026)
Top Quality Store
