Saint Cosme, Gigondas Valbelle Brut Zero 11 months' maturation

11 months' maturation

A sexy and bright wine with beautiful floral and berry character

this superb Pinot Noir firms up nicely on the finish and has a full

but I suspect that it will recover with age

Saint Cosme, Gigondas Valbelle Brut Zero 11 months' maturationThe 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