Gaillard, Cote Rotie Rose Poupre Vintage:2009 which belies its age

which belies its age

here in its first vintage

good length and freshness

austere and backward finish that is presently quite compact

This is impressive but perhaps slightly less well-balanced than either the Charmes or the Latricières

Gaillard, Cote Rotie Rose Poupre Vintage:2009 which belies its ageInky, bright rimmed ruby. Ripe red and blue fruit, cola, potpourri, vanilla and a pungent floral note on the primary nose; a peppery element adds spicy lift. Plush black raspberry, cherry liqueur and spicecake flavors display fine definition and become livelier with air. The supple, persistent finish features a suave candied violet note, and pliant tannins add shape and gentle grip. This wine, which is made from de stemmed fruit, is sourced from a one