Ferraton Pere et Fils, Saint-Joseph Lieu-dit Bonneveau 2021
Product Information
Country France
Region Rhone
Grape Variety Syrah
Vintage 2021
ABV 13%
Experience a rare expression of biodynamic Syrah from the northern Rhône with the Ferraton Père et Fils Saint-Joseph Lieu-Dit Bonneveau 2021. Sourced from high-altitude, old-vine plots above Tournon-sur-Rhône, this small-production red wine offers stunning elegance, minerality, and cellar-worthy structure.
Vineyard & Vinification
Origin: Lieu-dit Bonneveau, Saint-Joseph AOC, Northern Rhône, France
Elevation: ~350m above sea level
Soil Type: Decomposed granite (“gore”) and clear granite
Vine Age: Primarily ~40-year-old vines, complemented by select massale replants (first yield: 2021)
Crafted from a biodynamically farmed vineyard (not certified due to leasing constraints), this wine exemplifies minimal intervention and terroir-driven winemaking.
• Fermentation: 100% destemmed grapes; spontaneous fermentation in concrete vats using indigenous yeasts
• Extraction: Gentle (punch-downs and pump-overs)
• Ageing: 12–14 months in French oak (tonneaux and barriques), including a higher proportion of new oak in 2021 to complement the vintage’s freshness and acidity
• Lees Ageing: Wine rests on fine lees until spring for added texture and complexity.
Tasting Profile
Appearance: Deep garnet-ruby hue with luminous intensity
Aromas: Aromatic layers of ripe blackberries, red cherries, elderberry, graphite, violets, and subtle herbal tones of menthol and liquorice
Palate: A vibrant balance of red and black fruits (sour cherry, cranberry, raspberry), polished tannins, and a juicy yet mineral-laced mouthfeel. Lively acidity gives lift, while granite-derived salinity adds complexity. Finishes long, with spice and lingering red fruit sweetness.
Cellaring & Ageing Potential
Enjoy now for its layered fruit and freshness or cellar for 8–12+ years. With proper storage, this vintage could drink beautifully through 2040+, gaining complexity with age.
Ferraton Père et Fils is a small family-owned organic vineyard in the Northern Rhône Valley, with roots in a historic vineyard plot on the prestigious Hermitage appellation. The winery’s journey began humbly and grew under the vision of Michel Ferraton, whose leadership was pivotal in shaping the legacy of this boutique wine estate.
Two key events transformed Ferraton Père et Fils into the acclaimed, artisanal wine brand it is today. First, a life-changing accident that left Michel’s son, Samuel, wheelchair-bound, coincided with Michel’s declining health. Second, a powerful partnership formed between Michel Ferraton and long-time friend and renowned Rhône winemaker Michel Chapoutier.
In 1998, the two Michels entered a strategic joint venture, laying the foundation for what is now a modern, biodynamic winery in Tain-l’Hermitage. While Ferraton remains fully independent, it benefits from Chapoutier’s financial backing and viticultural expertise. Since 2000, Ferraton Père et Fils has fully embraced biodynamic winemaking, ensuring sustainable, terroir-driven wines crafted with integrity and care.
Their vineyards are cultivated using the same strict biodynamic methods as Chapoutier, with top vineyard plots released as exclusive single-vineyard Rhône Valley wines. Alongside its estate wines, Ferraton operates a small, high-quality Rhône Valley wine négociant business, offering selected wines from across the Northern and Southern Rhône appellations.
Winemaking remains autonomous and deeply personal. Housed in a 100-year-old wine cellar and using a traditional wine press, Ferraton’s winery sits in the heart of Tain-l’Hermitage, right on the Rhône River, making it a popular stop for wine lovers and river cruise travellers alike.
