Moving to the 2012s, both of which were in bottle, the entry level 2012 Saint Joseph Silice Blanc (100% Marsanne) is a ripe, soft and deliciously quaffable effort that gives up notes of white currants, sauteed peached, flowers and buttered nuts. Medium-bodied, rounded and supple, it lacks a little cut and definition, yet is still a fun drink. Enjoy it over the coming year or two. Another rising star in the appellation that needs to be on every reader’s short list, Domaine Coursodon is run by the young, talented Jerome Coursodon. A fifth generation winemaker, Jerome traveled extensively before starting at the Domaine in 1999. The estate covers 38 acres, all in St. Joseph (most near the village of Mauves and Tournon). They make up to four separate St.-Joseph reds, and two whites, with the reds seeing close to 100% destemming and aging in a combination of demi-muids and burgundy barrels. Importer: A Patrick Lesec Selection, agent for the U.S. market, Chemin des Vins, Sherborn, MA; tel. (508) 545-1532