Saint-Joseph stretches 60km along the Northern Rhône's right bank, producing both Syrah reds and Marsanne/Roussanne whites. The appellation is enormously variable — from everyday Rhône to serious granite-terroir wines rivaling Hermitage at a fraction of the cost. Key producers like Gonon and Coursodon produce benchmark wines from old-vine Syrah on the best granite sites.
| Year | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | Northern Rhône conditions excellent; granite Syrah showing violet and iron mineral. |
| 2023 | — | Benchmark Saint-Joseph vintage; Gonon rouge will be exceptional. |
| 2022 | — | Superb year across the appellation |
| 2021 | — | Fresh, vibrant wines with good structure |
| 2020 | — | Outstanding granite-terroir expressions |
| 2019 | — | Classic Saint-Joseph; accessible and aromatic |
| 2018 | — | Warm vintage; earlier drinking style |