Saint Cosme, Gigondas Valbelle Brut Zero If magnums are better for

If magnums are better for still wines

smoky nose than on the still

A sexy and bright wine with beautiful floral and berry character

11 months' maturation

but I suspect that it will recover with age

Saint Cosme, Gigondas Valbelle Brut Zero If magnums are better forThe 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