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Château de Saint Cosme Gigondas 'Le Claux' 2023
Vintage Character
Château de Saint Cosme Gigondas 'Le Claux' 2023 comes from a small, old-vine parcel whose yellow limestone marl gives a distinctive setting to Grenache. The southern Rhône season moved from winter dryness to spring rain, then into pronounced late-summer heat. Ripeness was generous, making retained freshness and the timing of harvest important to the final balance. Le Claux expresses that combination through concentration with a fragrant, finely shaped character. Its individual site identity matters as much as the year's warmth, providing a frame for fruit that is substantial without losing the detail of its bouquet.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing
Wild strawberry and violet lead the aromatic picture, joined by peat, five spice and a cool suggestion of camphor. The palate is rich and enveloping, with ample fruit supported by supple, powdery tannins. Freshness keeps the depth in proportion, and the finish has a long, savoury persistence rather than a simple burst of sweetness. Try it with slow-braised beef, roast duck with mushrooms, or a lentil and chestnut casserole. The wine's concentration can meet these generous textures, while its floral and spicy details remain visible beside earthy, carefully seasoned food.
Winery Background
Le Claux covers about 1.8 hectares and preserves very old vine material, with successive replacements selected from the vineyard itself. Louis Barruol works with whole clusters and indigenous yeasts, followed by maturation in small French casks that include a minority of new wood. Bottling takes place without fining or filtration. The combination of old Grenache, marl and restrained handling gives this cuvée a particular balance of depth and refinement. It is a site-focused Gigondas whose generous texture has a clear structural foundation for development in bottle.
Château de Saint Cosme Gigondas 'Le Claux' 2023 comes from a small, old-vine parcel whose yellow limestone marl gives a distinctive setting to Grenache. The southern Rhône season moved from winter dryness to spring rain, then into pronounced late-summer heat. Ripeness was generous, making retained freshness and the timing of harvest important to the final balance. Le Claux expresses that combination through concentration with a fragrant, finely shaped character. Its individual site identity matters as much as the year's warmth, providing a frame for fruit that is substantial without losing the detail of its bouquet.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing
Wild strawberry and violet lead the aromatic picture, joined by peat, five spice and a cool suggestion of camphor. The palate is rich and enveloping, with ample fruit supported by supple, powdery tannins. Freshness keeps the depth in proportion, and the finish has a long, savoury persistence rather than a simple burst of sweetness. Try it with slow-braised beef, roast duck with mushrooms, or a lentil and chestnut casserole. The wine's concentration can meet these generous textures, while its floral and spicy details remain visible beside earthy, carefully seasoned food.
Winery Background
Le Claux covers about 1.8 hectares and preserves very old vine material, with successive replacements selected from the vineyard itself. Louis Barruol works with whole clusters and indigenous yeasts, followed by maturation in small French casks that include a minority of new wood. Bottling takes place without fining or filtration. The combination of old Grenache, marl and restrained handling gives this cuvée a particular balance of depth and refinement. It is a site-focused Gigondas whose generous texture has a clear structural foundation for development in bottle.
Product details
Wine TypeRed
WineryChâteau de Saint Cosme
Grape VarietiesGrenache
WinemakerLouis Barruol
CountryFrance
Expert RatingJS 96, JD 95, RP 94+
RegionSouthern Rhône
SweetnessDry
Sub-regionGigondas
Alcohol Level16.3
Classification (Ranking)—
Format750ml
Prices
Boozy Cù
Standard delivery 2-5 working days
Vinobuzz Delivery
HK$750
HK$750
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