2024 St. Cosme - Gigondas (750ml)

The Barruol family has owned Château de Saint Cosme since 1490. Louis Barruol, who took over in 1992, has made it one of the benchmark estates of Gigondas, farming biodynamically since 2010. The vines sit around 250 meters up in the shadow of the Dentelles de Montmirail, on limestone. It’s one of the coolest spots in the appellation, which keeps the wines fresh and lifted. Mostly Grenache with Mourvèdre and Syrah, it’s fermented as whole clusters with native yeasts. It then ages about a year in French oak and concrete, and is bottled unfined and unfiltered. 2024 was a standout Gigondas vintage for tension and freshness. Expect wild berries, black cherry, thyme and baking spice, with fine tannins and a peppery, mineral finish. Great with grilled lamb, daube or a hearty mushroom ragù.