mint and crushed raspberries meld into the soft

The 2018 Cos dEstournel Blanc is a large step up from the Pagodes de Cos Blanc

toasted grains and honey develop hints of smoky minerals and pungent flowers

almost salty finish

Saint Cosme, Gigondas Poste other_regions_italy mint and crushed raspberries meldPacked, with a core of steeped plum, boysenberry and blackberry confiture flavors layered nicely with violet, anise and applewood notes. Dense but vibrant throughout, with a bundle of energetic grip on the finish that melds nicely with the fruit. Deeply buried minerality lurks at the very end. This should be long lived. Best from 2022 through 2036. 120 cases made, 20 cases imported. JM