2022 Château de Saint-Cosme Côte-du-Rhone "Les Deux Albion", Rhône Valley, France
ABOUT THE WINE
âLes Deux Albionâ is a terroir-driven CĂ´te-du-RhĂ´ne that pulls from higher-altitude limestone, clay, and sand sites outside the Gigondas appellation, showcasing Château de Saint-Cosmeâs broader southern RhĂ´ne holdings. The 2022 vintage is a blend dominated by Syrah, with Grenache, Mourvèdre, Carignan, and Clairette contributing to the complexity. The fruit was vinified with whole clusters and native yeasts in concrete and large oak vats to preserve freshness and structure. The resulting wine balances richness with tension: floral aromatics meet brooding fruit, while a mineral undercurrent from the limestone terroir adds lift. The texture is velvety yet structured, ideal alongside grilled lamb, ratatouille, or hard-aged cheeses.
ABOUT THE PRODUCER
Château de Saint-Cosme, located in the heart of Gigondas, has been in the Barruol family since 1490 and is one of the RhĂ´ne Valleyâs most respected historic estates. Under the direction of Louis Barruol, the estate blends tradition with innovation, emphasizing site expression through organic farming, minimal intervention, and the use of indigenous yeasts. Known for their deep respect for terroir, the team vinifies each parcel separately and employs whole-cluster fermentation to enhance complexity. While their roots are firmly in Gigondas, Saint-Cosmeâs âLes Deux Albionâ series reflects Louis Barruolâs broader vision for RhĂ´ne winesâthoughtful, expressive blends from carefully selected sites beyond the boundaries of classified appellations.
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ABOUT THE WINE
âLes Deux Albionâ is a terroir-driven CĂ´te-du-RhĂ´ne that pulls from higher-altitude limestone, clay, and sand sites outside the Gigondas appellation, showcasing Château de Saint-Cosmeâs broader southern RhĂ´ne holdings. The 2022 vintage is a blend dominated by Syrah, with Grenache, Mourvèdre, Carignan, and Clairette contributing to the complexity. The fruit was vinified with whole clusters and native yeasts in concrete and large oak vats to preserve freshness and structure. The resulting wine balances richness with tension: floral aromatics meet brooding fruit, while a mineral undercurrent from the limestone terroir adds lift. The texture is velvety yet structured, ideal alongside grilled lamb, ratatouille, or hard-aged cheeses.
ABOUT THE PRODUCER
Château de Saint-Cosme, located in the heart of Gigondas, has been in the Barruol family since 1490 and is one of the RhĂ´ne Valleyâs most respected historic estates. Under the direction of Louis Barruol, the estate blends tradition with innovation, emphasizing site expression through organic farming, minimal intervention, and the use of indigenous yeasts. Known for their deep respect for terroir, the team vinifies each parcel separately and employs whole-cluster fermentation to enhance complexity. While their roots are firmly in Gigondas, Saint-Cosmeâs âLes Deux Albionâ series reflects Louis Barruolâs broader vision for RhĂ´ne winesâthoughtful, expressive blends from carefully selected sites beyond the boundaries of classified appellations.
