Gaillard, Cote Rotie Esprit Blonde other_regions_australia sliced chilis

sliced chilis

7% Petit Verdot completes the blend

One of the many problems with these heavy bottles is that you keep picking them up to pour more wine only to be disappointed to find that they are actually empty

Rich and intense with some great spicy notes

although the residue of white pepper and bay leaf on the finish is very pleasurable

Gaillard, Cote Rotie Esprit Blonde other_regions_australia sliced chilisExotic, blood orange peel, pink grapefruit zest and red plums make for a very alluring nose. Plenty of pepper and dark, stony minerals, too. The palate is succulent, juicy and ripe. The tannins arrive in layers, filled with ripe, red plum and chocolate pudding flavors. Drink or hold.