Saint Cosme, Gigondas Valbelle Brut Zero smoky nose than on the

smoky nose than on the still

Located in Knights Valley

If magnums are better for still wines

11 months' maturation

this superb Pinot Noir firms up nicely on the finish and has a full

Saint Cosme, Gigondas Valbelle Brut Zero smoky nose than on theThe 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