2023 Lionel Faury Saint-Joseph 'Les Ribaudes' Rhone

(92 Points) Pretty lavender perfume introduces this firm, restrained version, with sanguine energy -- salty umami, smoked bacon, camphor -- infusing a base of brambly black currant and herbs. Smoky alder wafts on the finish, where tannins keep a very firm hold.  Wine Spectator