Domaine Pierre Gaillard Côte-Rôtie 2021 (375ml) starborough in aromatic harmony with the

in aromatic harmony with the nose

The name not only refers to the altitude of the source vineyards

Soft and round tannic structure evolving with elegance and subtlety to a seducing fruity finish

A rambunctuous back palate that is almost thick and viscous that is truly forboding

In Stephen’s mind

Domaine Pierre Gaillard Côte-Rôtie 2021 (375ml) starborough in aromatic harmony with theGaillards Cte Rtie is a co fermented blend of 90% Syrah and 10% Viognier from the schist soils of Fongeant and Viallire (Ampuis) and a parcel of vines on gneiss at Semons in the south of the appellation. All the fruit was harvested by hand with a strict selection, ensuring only the finest bunches and berries made it into the final blend. The fruit was 100% destemmed and vinification involved a five day pre fermentation soak and then regular punch