Saint Cosme, Gigondas Hominis Fides other_regions smoke and underbrush adding interest

smoke and underbrush adding interest to the briar and red berry fruit aromas that lead to serious

This is spicier still and a bit riper as well if not quite so elegant on the variety of black berry fruit aromas that are trimmed in very subtle wood

Dark cherry and blackberry find balanced contrast against layers of spice

Conterno-Fantino's 1999 Barolo Sorì Ginestra is quite a bit richer and deeper than the Vigna del Gris

and wild blueberry

Saint Cosme, Gigondas Hominis Fides other_regions smoke and underbrush adding interestEarthy and smoky, with autumn leaves emerging now. Soft and succulent plum fruit on the palate. Unctuous tannins, soft and juicy, a little chewy. And a spicy, smoky finish. Very successful for this vintage.