Saint Cosme Côtes du Rhone 2020

Rhone Valley, France

100 % Syrah from Chateau Saint Cosme—the oldest estate in the region (dating back to 1416!), located just north of Gigondas. Whole cluster fermentation and ageing in concrete vats make this CdR approachable and joyous in its youth, while maintaining depth and promising development.

N Uber ripe, late summer black and purple-red fruits. Verging on candied. Sandalwood. Sun-dried black olive. Sweet black liquorice. Alluring. Exotic. Supple.

P Very clean and elegant expression of Syrah. Liquorice and graphite. Medium bodied with freshness and a graceful grip. Youthful, uncoiled, pure and delicious CdR.

Tip Thought this would need time. It doesn’t. It’s absolutely drinkable now. It will also be delicious in three to five years. Drink one now and lay a few down.