From the biodynamic cellars of Louis Barruol at Château de Saint Cosme — a Gigondas institution since 1490 — this 100% Syrah comes from the stony Villafranchian terraces of the Gard, fermented with natural yeasts in concrete. Dark and pure, with violet, fresh blackberry, white pepper, and a finish of garrigue, fleur de sel, and licorice. Velvety tannins, medium body, and great drive. 90 pts, Wine Spectator. Drink through 2028.
90 Points
"Dark, inky and nicely unadorned, with violet and fresh blackberry flavors showing real purity and freshness. Ripe and weighty, offering velvety tannins that guide the chalky, smooth finish, flecked with fleur de sel, garrigue and licorice root. Solid and vibrant. Drink now through 2028. 27,000 cases imported."
From the biodynamic cellars of Louis Barruol at Château de Saint Cosme — a Gigondas institution since 1490 — this 100% Syrah comes from the stony Villafranchian terraces of the Gard, fermented with natural yeasts in concrete. Dark and pure, with violet, fresh blackberry, white pepper, and a finish of garrigue, fleur de sel, and licorice. Velvety tannins, medium body, and great drive. 90 pts, Wine Spectator. Drink through 2028.
90 Points
"Dark, inky and nicely unadorned, with violet and fresh blackberry flavors showing real purity and freshness. Ripe and weighty, offering velvety tannins that guide the chalky, smooth finish, flecked with fleur de sel, garrigue and licorice root. Solid and vibrant. Drink now through 2028. 27,000 cases imported."