Some vanilla notes on the nose from oak ageing; tannic and full-bodied with powerful expression of Grenache. Suppleness, spices and red fruits are brought by the Syrah, Mourvedre and Cinsault. The long finish is reminiscent of fleshy dense fruits. Enjoy with beef or pork dishes, BBQ, and hearty cheeses.
N/Apts Vinous – Antonio Galloni – 2014 vintage
FOR THE 2014 VINTAGE
(90-92) Deep ruby. Aromas of raspberry, lavender and white pepper, plus an exotic hint of blood orange in the background. Juicy and appealingly sweet, offering energetic red fruit liqueur and floral pastille flavors and building spiciness. Silky tannins give shape to the penetrating finish, which clings with appealing sweetness and strong tenacity.
90pts Vinous – Antonio Galloni– 2014 vintage
FOR THE 2014 VINTAGE
(90-92) Deep ruby. Aromas of raspberry, lavender and white pepper, plus an exotic hint of blood orange in the background. Juicy and appealingly sweet, offering energetic red fruit liqueur and floral pastille flavors and building spiciness. Silky tannins give shape to the penetrating finish, which clings with appealing sweetness and strong tenacity.
90pts Vinous – Antonio Galloni– 2016 vintage
FOR THE 2016 VINTAGE – “2016 Gigondas – A Slam Dunk”
Bright ruby. Smoke-accented cherry and red berry scents are complicated by a floral note that builds slowly with air. Juicy and focused on the palate, offering appealingly sweet black raspberry and cherry flavors that deepen steadily with air. Shows very good clarity and repeating florality on the clinging finish, which is framed by smooth tannins.
