Brunel de la Gardine Côtes du Rhône 2015
Editor Rating
- Rated 4 stars
- Excellent
- Rhône Valley
- Reviewed by: Treve Ring
- Published on: May 9, 2017
- Last modified: May 9, 2017
Review Summary:
The Brunel family has been making wine since the 17th century, and this Châteauneuf-du-Pape property, Château de la Gardine, was acquired by the négociant in 1945. Known for its singular "La Gardine" sloped bottle, this Grenache/Mourvèdre/Syrah is a classic typecast Côtes du Rhône. Aged in cement, this approachable bistro-perfect red is textured with anise and tobacco and seasoned with cracked peppercorns and a lick of mineral salts; it's charming, with alluring red liquorice and cherry friendliness. Bright and medium-bodied; there is a firmness to the tannins of this young red, providing structure ideal for roast chicken. Excellent value; this is the Côtes du Rhône you want to stock up on and drink regularly over the next couple of years.