Pallieres, Gigondas Racines other_regions_italy racy and inviting

racy and inviting

and do not envision its ever approaching the level of interest or seduction generated by the corresponding Spatlese

Like several of the wines in the range this possesses enough dry extract such that it will be approachable young but should also repay mid-term cellaring

More discreet but certainly not invisible wood and menthol influences are present on the cool essence of various red berries that is trimmed in warm earth nuances

with a touch of mid-palate richness that makes it easy to drink now

Pallieres, Gigondas Racines other_regions_italy racy and invitingFull bottle 1,390 g. From the estate's oldest vines (60 to 100 years old). 80% Grenache, 8% Syrah, 7% Cinsault, 5% Clairette. Kermit Lynch and Brunier family run this. Slightly dull, shaded garnet almost ruby suggests this was neither filtered nor fined. Really grunty, sweet southern Rhne with herbs and spices and even a bit of leather. Lots of fun! Hints of molasses and dried grasses. Really artisanal and a liquid to transport you to red wine