Gilles Barge
Gilles Barge Cuvée du Plessy Côte-Rôtie
4.5
Expert Rating
4.1
Rarely Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Gilles Barge Cuvée du Plessy Côte-Rôtie is a premium wine produced by Gilles Barge, a renowned winemaker from the Côte-Rôtie appellation in the Northern Rhône region of France. The wine is made from grapes grown in the Plessy vineyard, which is known for its steep slopes and granite soils that impart a unique minerality to the wine. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques such as hand-harvesting, destemming, and aging in oak barrels . The resulting wine is a complex and elegant expression of the Syrah grape, with notes of black fruit, spice, and a hint of smokiness. It is a perfect choice for those who appreciate the finesse and sophistication of a classic Côte-Rôtie wine.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Gilles Barge Cuvée du Plessy Côte-Rôtie is a stunning expression of the famed French appellation.On the nose, aromas of blackberry, spice, and pepper are complemented by hints of earth, leather, and smoked meat. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, with intense flavors of dark fruit and spice, balanced by an underlying freshness and a long, velvety finish. Enjoy now or cellar a few years for further complexity.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2035
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Lean
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Shiraz/Syrah
ORIGINS
Winery: Gilles Barge
Region: Rhone
The Rhone wine region is located in southeastern France. It runs along the Rhone River roughly from Lyon in the north to Avignon in the south. It is divided into two main sub-regions: the Northern Rhone, running from Lyon to Montelimar, and the Southern Rhone, from Montelimar to Avignon. Although wines of all color are made, both regions are most famous for thier red wine. The Northern Rhone is known for its full-bodied red wines made from Syrah grapes with the possible inclusion of some white grapes, while the Southern Rhone is known for its blends of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre grapes. The region has a long history of wine production, dating back to the ancient Romans with the sites of some former Roman vineyards being replanted surrounding the town of Vienne.CUSTOMER RATING
4.1
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