spice and a dollop of wood
smoky nose than on the still
A sexy and bright wine with beautiful floral and berry character
from yields of only 9 hl/ha)
but I suspect that it will recover with age
Saint Cosme, Gigondas Valbelle Brut Zero spice and a dollop ofThe 2003 Gigondas Cuvee Valbelle is a blend of 90% Grenache, and the balance Syrah, that was aged in 50% new French oak. A big, ripe, full bodied effort that holds everything together, it gives up notions of black plums, blackberries and cassis to go with pepper, cured meats and roasted herbs. Possessing rock solid, mid palate depth and a core of sweet fruit, its drinking at point, but should have a gradual evolution over the coming 4 5 years. The