“Brilliant violet. An exotically perfumed bouquet evokes ripe dark berries, incense and licorice, and black pepper and mineral elements add vivacity. Juicy, penetrating and seamless in the mouth, displaying powerful thrust to the concentrated, spice-tinged black and blue fruit flavors. Shows excellent clarity and energy on the impressively persistent finish, which leaves behind a juicy blueberry note.”
— Vinous, Mar 2016

“The 2013 St Joseph also showed nicely. Giving up lots of floral and violet characteristics, with background dark fruits and minerality, it's medium-bodied, elegant and finesse-driven with bright acidity. It too should drink well for 7-8 years.”
— Wine Advocate, Mar 2016