US$ 18.99
slow to ripen and slower to release
The oldest distillery on Islay
Double Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition in both 2023 and 2024
Grilled lamb chops classic Malbec match
The peat is present but plays a supporting role to honey
Alain Brumont Cotes de Gascogne Rouge 2022 750ml Single Pot Still slow to ripen and slowerFRANCE : SOUTHWEST FRANCE : GASCONY Merlot, Tannat MED BODIED, RED CHERRY, RASPBERRY, SPICE, SOFT TANNINS, NO OAK Alain Brumont built his reputation in Madiran the neighboring appellation where Tannat goes deep, tannic, and age worthy. This is his Gascony label, and the 50 50 Merlot Tannat split is a deliberate calibration: Merlot rounds the mid palate and opens the wine up early; Tannat brings generosity and color without the grip. Twelve months in