Outstanding, the 2018 Gigondas is based on 70% Grenache, 20% Syrah, and the rest Mourvèdre, brought up all in foudre. It has attractive red and black fruits as well as ample spicy, floral, and incense-driven aromatics. Medium-bodied on the palate, it’s balanced, has ripe, polished tannins, and outstanding length. It will evolve for a decade.

February 2022