COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
100% Syrah
PRODUCER
Guillaume Gilles
REGION
Rhône
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Cuvée Gabriel is a red wine from Cornas in the Northern Rhône, produced by Guillaume Gilles. It is made from 100% Syrah, reflecting the traditional style of the appellation. Gilles, a protégé of Robert Michel, inherited prime vineyard parcels in the renowned Chaillot lieu-dit, where vines average 40 years old. The estate practices organic viticulture, with all vineyard work done by hand. Winemaking is staunchly traditional, involving whole-bunch fermentation with native yeasts, extended maceration, and aging in older large-format barrels. The wine is bottled without fining or filtration. The 2023 vintage is noted for a more classical style due to challenging weather conditions, potentially offering earlier accessibility.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
€55
STYLE
Classic
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Guillaume Gilles uses horse-drawn plows in his organic vineyards.
Fact 02
The wine is bottled without any fining or filtration.
Fact 03
Gilles ferments his Syrah with 100% whole grape bunches.
Fact 04
The average age of vines in the key Chaillot vineyard is 40 years.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Guillaume Gilles' winemaking for Cuvée Gabriel is deeply rooted in tradition. The Syrah grapes are fermented with 100% whole bunches using only native yeasts, followed by a lengthy maceration period of around 30 days. The wine then matures for approximately 18 months in used large-format barrels (demi-muids and 400L). A key aspect of Gilles' approach is his commitment to minimal intervention, resulting in the wine being bottled without any fining or filtration, preserving its natural character and texture.
