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Winery | Barton & Guestier |
|---|---|
Grapes | Shiraz/Syrah, Grenache, Carignan |
Region | Côtes-du-Rhône |
Wine style | Southern Rhône Red |
Allergens | Contains sulfites |
Wine description | The name « Les Galets » refers to small stones polished by the Rhône river that we find in mass in the soil of our parcels. Region: Southern Rhône, between Montélimar and Avignon. Grape Varieties: 50% Grenache, 30% Syrah, 20% Carignan. Soil: Cobblestones-clay (Gard area) and sand-limestone (Ardèche area). Mediterranean climate, sunny and warm. Vinification: De-stalked grapes – daily rack and return. Ageing on fine lees in vats with oxidation control. Intense purple red color. Intense nose of flowers (violet) and black fruits (black cherry, blackcurrant) combined with peppery hints. Full on the palate with a nice fruity and spicy aftertaste. Best served between 16°C and 18°C / 60°F and 65°F. |
The Southern Rhône is situated in a large, sprawling valley, shaped by the course of the Rhône River. A Mediterranean climate makes the Southern Rhône Valley one of the warmest wine growing regions in France.
Grape varieties that thrive in the region are well-suited to the hot, humid summers, and Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre are by far the most common plantings.
The vast majority of Rhône wine...
