2018 Saint Joseph ‘Babylone’ Cave Julien Cécillon

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  • Product description

    Product description

    With vineyards situated on the steep, rocky hillsides of the Northern Rhône Valley, Cave Julien Cécillon is dedicated to produce elegant, terroir driven wines which reflect the climate, soil, and character of each appellation.

    ‘Babylone’ is the most structured wine produced by Julien and Nancy. Aged for 18 months on oak barrels, it has harmonious aromas of black cherry and raspberry with hints of violet, pepper, thyme, and licorice. Round and deep on the palate with fine tannins makes it a wine to be drunk in its early years but also with the ability to age gracefully over time.

    Awards

    An intriguing mix of Old World elegance and New World polish. Gentle spiciness and a sunny generosity on the palate, but well balanced for the vintage. Oak work is measured and well integrated, it doesn’t dominate and this has a nice little saline fresh kick on the finish. I would drink this young rather than cellaring. 35-year-old vines grown on granite, 30% whole bunch, fermented with indigenous yeasts, spending 17 months in barrel, 10% new. Drinking Window 2021 - 2023

    - 91 pts Matt Walls, Decanter Magazine
  • About the producer

    About the producer: Cave Julien Cécillon

    Cave Julien Cécillon is the project of two winemakers; American Nancy Kerschen and Rhône valley’s native Julien Cécillon. After working for various wineries including Yves Cuilleron and Saintsbury, they founded their estate in 2011. With vineyards situated on the steep, rocky hillsides of the Northern Rhône Valley, they are dedicated to produce elegant, terroir driven wines which reflect the climate, soil, and character of each appellation. Respecting the unique environment of each appellation, the estate applies sustainable viticulture techniques and combine modern means, ancient traditions, and innovative cultivation methods to produce well-structured and graceful wines that pair well with food.  View our selection.

    Vineyards & Winemaking

    The vineyards are mainly planted with Syrah, including some100 years old vines, but also some Gamay to produce red wines alongside Viognier, Marsanne and Roussane for the production of whites. Red wines are usually aged between 10 and 18 months in 5 to 6 year old barrels.

    Wine Produced

    Cave Cécillon offers wines from several appellations such as Saint-Joseph, Crozes-Hermitage, Saint-Péray & Cornas, as well as 100% Syrah, Marsanne, Viognier, and Gamay varietal wines.

  • Delivery

    Delivery

    Delivery charges to a single UK mainland address* Price Delivery expected within
    Orders over £150 Free 2-5 working days
    Orders under £150 £12.95 2-5 working days

    * Please note post-Brexit we have suspended all export delivery services including those to Northern Ireland. Deliveries to Jersey, Channel Islands, The Isle of Man, The Isle of Wight, The Scilly Isles and some areas of Scotland may take longer and are subject to a surcharge. Excludes items purchased in bond and en primeur where delivery will be charged at cost. View in bond and en primeur T&Cs.

    view full details

    Should you have any questions please contact a member of the team who will be pleased to help on 020 8858 6011, or email orders@davy.co.uk

  • Returns

    Returns

    SALE OR RETURN is available by prior arrangement only and for orders of 96 bottles or more. All returns are at the customer’s expense. Returns must be made within 28 days of original delivery and goods must be in a resalable condition. We reserve the right to only refund up to 25% of the original order. For further details please contact customer services 020 8858 6011.

    CANCELLATIONS can be made within seven working days from receipt of delivery, provided that all wines are unopened and in their original condition. To cancel an order customers should contact the Customer Service team on 020 8858 6011 or email orders@davy.co.uk. It is your responsibility to keep the wines safe and in their original condition until collection is made.

    TASTING CANCELLATIONS – full refunds can only be made where at least 7 days’ notice is given prior to the event date. Refunds will only be given after this time if we are able to re-sell your tickets. In the event that a tasting is cancelled, Davy’s shall offer customers a full refund.

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Product description

With vineyards situated on the steep, rocky hillsides of the Northern Rhône Valley, Cave Julien Cécillon is dedicated to produce elegant, terroir driven wines which reflect the climate, soil, and character of each appellation.

‘Babylone’ is the most structured wine produced by Julien and Nancy. Aged for 18 months on oak barrels, it has harmonious aromas of black cherry and raspberry with hints of violet, pepper, thyme, and licorice. Round and deep on the palate with fine tannins makes it a wine to be drunk in its early years but also with the ability to age gracefully over time.

Awards

An intriguing mix of Old World elegance and New World polish. Gentle spiciness and a sunny generosity on the palate, but well balanced for the vintage. Oak work is measured and well integrated, it doesn’t dominate and this has a nice little saline fresh kick on the finish. I would drink this young rather than cellaring. 35-year-old vines grown on granite, 30% whole bunch, fermented with indigenous yeasts, spending 17 months in barrel, 10% new. Drinking Window 2021 - 2023

- 91 pts Matt Walls, Decanter Magazine

About the producer: Cave Julien Cécillon

Cave Julien Cécillon is the project of two winemakers; American Nancy Kerschen and Rhône valley’s native Julien Cécillon. After working for various wineries including Yves Cuilleron and Saintsbury, they founded their estate in 2011. With vineyards situated on the steep, rocky hillsides of the Northern Rhône Valley, they are dedicated to produce elegant, terroir driven wines which reflect the climate, soil, and character of each appellation. Respecting the unique environment of each appellation, the estate applies sustainable viticulture techniques and combine modern means, ancient traditions, and innovative cultivation methods to produce well-structured and graceful wines that pair well with food.  View our selection.

Vineyards & Winemaking

The vineyards are mainly planted with Syrah, including some100 years old vines, but also some Gamay to produce red wines alongside Viognier, Marsanne and Roussane for the production of whites. Red wines are usually aged between 10 and 18 months in 5 to 6 year old barrels.

Wine Produced

Cave Cécillon offers wines from several appellations such as Saint-Joseph, Crozes-Hermitage, Saint-Péray & Cornas, as well as 100% Syrah, Marsanne, Viognier, and Gamay varietal wines.

Delivery

Delivery charges to a single UK mainland address* Price Delivery expected within
Orders over £150 Free 2-5 working days
Orders under £150 £12.95 2-5 working days

* Please note post-Brexit we have suspended all export delivery services including those to Northern Ireland. Deliveries to Jersey, Channel Islands, The Isle of Man, The Isle of Wight, The Scilly Isles and some areas of Scotland may take longer and are subject to a surcharge. Excludes items purchased in bond and en primeur where delivery will be charged at cost. View in bond and en primeur T&Cs.

view full details

Should you have any questions please contact a member of the team who will be pleased to help on 020 8858 6011, or email orders@davy.co.uk

Returns

SALE OR RETURN is available by prior arrangement only and for orders of 96 bottles or more. All returns are at the customer’s expense. Returns must be made within 28 days of original delivery and goods must be in a resalable condition. We reserve the right to only refund up to 25% of the original order. For further details please contact customer services 020 8858 6011.

CANCELLATIONS can be made within seven working days from receipt of delivery, provided that all wines are unopened and in their original condition. To cancel an order customers should contact the Customer Service team on 020 8858 6011 or email orders@davy.co.uk. It is your responsibility to keep the wines safe and in their original condition until collection is made.

TASTING CANCELLATIONS – full refunds can only be made where at least 7 days’ notice is given prior to the event date. Refunds will only be given after this time if we are able to re-sell your tickets. In the event that a tasting is cancelled, Davy’s shall offer customers a full refund.

view full details