Charles Brotte
Grand Vallon Syrah
Basic, with primary fruit, light black pepper, a touch of smoky bacon, and violets.
Basic, with primary fruit, light black pepper, a touch of smoky bacon, and violets.
Sep 29th, 2016Vintage 2013. Clear pretty copper pink, mefium color. Light aromas of earth and blackberries. Light flavors with a bit too much alcohol to support the shy fruit. Probably over-cropped this is a bit disappointing in its indifferent flavors.
Vintage 2013. Clear pretty copper pink, mefium color. Light aromas of earth and blackberries. Light flavors with a bit too much alcohol to support the shy fruit. Probably over-cropped this is a bit disappointing in its indifferent flavors.
May 17th, 2015Fruity rich Syrah for weeknight meals. Can’t beat the price.
Fruity rich Syrah for weeknight meals. Can’t beat the price.
Oct 31st, 2018Aroma of prunes. Smooth juicy taste of cherry juice. Dry peppery finish.
Aroma of prunes. Smooth juicy taste of cherry juice. Dry peppery finish.
May 18th, 2018Silky and fruit forward, showing black raspberry and a soft, peppery finish. Not complex but approachable.
Silky and fruit forward, showing black raspberry and a soft, peppery finish. Not complex but approachable.
Jan 31st, 2018