Gaillard, Cote Rotie other_regions 18 ha parcel)

18 ha parcel)

The 1989s and 1990s are reviewed in this issue’s What About Now feature

mineral-drenched black raspberry

This shows a little more of the leafy character of Caberenet Franc than the Poyeux

there’s no major hurry to drink up

Gaillard, Cote Rotie other_regions 18 ha parcel)Bought en primeur from The Wine Society. Discreet nose, somewhat coy in a closed phase? There's faint black pepper and restrained black cherry. The palate is a bit meatier, with very soft tannins and moderate but refreshing acidity. Length is okay, although it isn't as expressive as the appellation should be, arguably. A church mouse style, and less memorable than when I tasted it en primeur. A few days later, however, the rest of the bottle was