Gigondas is often thought of as a "lesser" Chateauneuf du Pape. That can be good as in pricing or bad as in quality. This is neither. It is one of the best Gigondas produced and it is not inexpensive. That said, if you like CdP, you will love this. Purple in color with some ruby hues, mostly opaque and bright. The nose is great with black raspberries, spices, slight floral, black cherries and earth. Full bodied. Good acidity. Light tannins. On the palate, this is complex and layered. Deep. Flavors of black raspberries, earth and char. Long finish. This is not yet at peak but getting close. Drink over the next eight to twelve years. Great on its own but even better with food. This would work very well with assorted flat breads including garlic and sausage.
