barton & guestier

B&G Côtes de Rhône
"Les Galets"

2022 / 2023

Location

France

Region

AOC Côtes du Rhône

 

GRAPE VARIETIES

Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre

 

WINEMAKING

De-stalked grapes – alcoholic fermentation at controlled temperature (25-28°C / 75-80°F) with daily pumping overs. Agin on fine lees in vats with oxygenation control.

 

TASTING NOTES

Intense purple red color, bright and brilliant. Intense nose with good concentration of black fruits such as blackberries, plums, and figs, combined with peppery and garrigue hints. Medium-bodied palate with rouned volume and firm, yet velvety tannins. Flavors of black fruit and spices linger gracefully on the aftertaste in a beautiful balance. 

 

PAIRING

Spicy food, red meat in sauce, cheeses, or chocolate-based desserts. Best served between 16°C and 18°C / 60°F and 65°F. 

 

KEY FACTS

  • The name « Les Galets » refers to small stones polished by the Rhône River that we find in the soil of our parcels.
  • Sustainable farming in process
  • Vegan friendly

 

AWARDS

  • 92 points - Cameron Douglas MS - May 2021 - Vintage 2019

 

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