Chateau de St Cosme Gigondas 2005, Rhone, France lean grainy texture and very long

grainy texture and very long

Most Bordeaux chateaux continue to do too much fining and filtering

It is considered to be one of the highest quality beefs in Japan and is known for its tenderness and rich flavor

but it's also enjoyed as an aperitif

Chateau de St Cosme Gigondas 2005, Rhone, France lean grainy texture and very longThis rich red displays lovely detail, as chestnut, tobacco and sage notes are inlaid in the core of dark plum, braised fig and macerated blackberry fruit. The long, smoldering finish has superb acidity, with mouthwatering mesquite and licorice snap notes that really stretch it out. Drink now through 2022. 575 cases made.