2023 | Chateau de Saint Cosme Gigondas Le Claux | Rhone Bollinger The 2017 Bruma del Estrecho

The 2017 Bruma del Estrecho Particiones is another Monastrell from the village of Tobarra that has a similar profile to the majority of its siblings—a grapey nose with straightforward and fruit-driven aromas and a palate with juicy fruit and fine

Set with presence but elegance

Flavors of red peppers

The Syrah and Cinsault bring structure and elegance

which shows a darker hue than the 2020 I tasted next to it

2023 | Chateau de Saint Cosme Gigondas Le Claux | Rhone Bollinger The 2017 Bruma del EstrechoA driven, focused, structured and energetic Gigondas red, showing blackberries, dark plums, licorice and baking spices. Full bodied with sinewy tannins. Its pulpy and lively, the crunchy purple berry character lifted by dried herbs and peppercorns. Long, flavorful finish. From organically grown grapes.