This is an absolutely crowd pleaser GSM out of the Côtes du Rhône Appellation. The composition of this wine is a blend of a very old Grenache at 75%, Mourvèdre at 15% &
Syrah at 10%.
All these grapes are sourced from Signargues, Cairanne and Rasteau, which have an eco-environment and well delineated terroirs from both banks of the Rhône River. Everything combined translates into an exceptional expression of Grenache-driven, rich, powerful yet subtle and generous on the palate with a compelling finesse and extremely balanced.
Hard to have only one glass, cheers! — a year ago
I also have a weak spot for Pomerol’s and right banks from St. Emilion. This find delivers on that Merlot inspired approach. Subtle. Expressive. — 5 years ago
Rich, smooth Chablis (Chardonnay) enjoyed with calamari at The Banks restaurant, Back Bay, Boston — 5 months ago
2023 Barbados — a year ago
Green Bananas on the nose. Light brown sugar hints of coconut and lingering spice finish. — 5 years ago
Vanilla coconut custard. Super smooth. Hints of baking spice on the finish. — a year ago
Enough age to bring the fruit intensity down a notch, & man that’s some good fruit- emphasis on the cassis & blackberries. Usually not a mega fan of Bordeaux, but this fit the bill for a shared bottle with friends, drink outside on the banks of the Hudson. — 3 years ago
Rufus King
Delicious Merlot from Bordeaux, enjoyed with seared tuna at The Banks, Back Bay, Boston — 4 months ago