“Stupendously fresh.”

That was the phrase that immediately leapt to mind when I first tasted this wine. And it stayed stuck in my brain with every subsequent sip. So I’m just gonna leave it at that. I really loved this wine. If you dig vin natural and/or cool-climate syrah, definitely check this out.

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Producer: Eric Texier

Grapes: 100% Syrah

Appellation: Côtes du Rhône – Brézème

Vineyard: Brézème — Estate vineyard on a southwest-facing slope. Rocky limestone & clay soil. Vines average 15 years in age. (More details from winery.)

Vintage: 2010

Winemaking: Indigenous yeast fermentation. Neutral oak élevage. Non filtré.

Alcohol: 12%

Price: $24