Julien Pilon - 'Le Bruit des Vagues', Marsanne/Rousanne, Vin du France (2021)

 

From two plots in the north of the Rhône valley, both granitic sandy soils at around 300m elevation. Harvest manually and vinified separately. Malolactic is allowed to fully complete, the wine is blended and matured for 10 months in 400L barrels.

Although a native to the region, Julien Pilon was not from a family of vintners. Studying winemaking at the university, he worked passionately producing wines in regions from Roussillon to Spain. After extensive travel, Julien returned to his birthplace of Chavanay, determined to make a name for himself. His tutelage with Pierre-Jean Villa, Patrice Porte and Pierre Gaillard of Côte-Rôtie fame, cemented his belief in his talent and Julien Pilon began to plant his roots.

 

Receiving accolades and whispers of cult status, Julien Pilon's wines are limited in quantity, sought after and adored.