Saint Cosme, Gigondas Valbelle other_regions Noticeable wood fights a bit

Noticeable wood fights a bit with the very earthy mix of upper and lower register aromas that include red currant

aromas of shellfish

Light anise

A deft touch of wood sets off the earthy and mildly sauvage-inflected aromas that consist mainly of plum liqueur though like the Aux Réas there is a hint of volatile acidity lurking in the background

Saint Cosme, Gigondas Valbelle other_regions Noticeable wood fights a bitThe 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