FYI: New book for those interested in Gaillac

"Le Gaillac - Vin de Ville, Vin des Champs. Une histoire du patrimoine du vignoble (XVIe-XXe siecles)"
Yes, all in French, but plenty of cool pictures of old estates, etc.

That will be interesting, who is the publisher?

That will be interesting, who is the publisher?

Bob, here is a link:http://patrimoines.midipyrenees.fr/fr/rechercher/catalogue-des-publications/les-cahiers-du-patrimoine/le-gaillac-vin-de-ville-vin-des-champs/index.html

I think it is a government agency, part of a series.

Mark, thanks for that info. I'd like to know more about Gaillac both on paper and in my glass. Even here the choice is not good. I haven't seen Plageoles or Causses Marines around, two of the best known Gaillac estates.

For those interested and who live in France (probably only me), buying from Amazon saves €6 postage.

Here is a TN I posted last year!

WTN: 2012 Gaillac Cuvee Speciale Chateau Lecusse.

12.5% alc, good natural cork, purchased this month, $22 Cdn.
82% Fer Servadou, some Duras too plus CS/Merlot. Decanted but not really required I think. Not a big name in the Gaillac region it would appear (Paul Strang book).

Berry aromas on the nose, earthy, some plum, hint of pepper. Initial entry is supple, soft tannins, earthy, berry fruits not too ripe day1. Very good acidity here, medium bodied, not a big dense wine like Cahors or Madiran. In fact "Bordeaux-ish" from across the table.
Left some overnight as usual, big transformation with much riper fruit on the finish. This went well with flat iron steak with an onion relish and bok choy. Pleasant surprise , just wish there were some of the big names in my area.