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la petite gardette

2016 Gigondas Red Blend

La Petite Gardette is a captivating red blend from the esteemed Gigondas region, showcasing the remarkable terroir of Southern Rhône. With an enchanting ruby hue, this vintage from 2016 reveals a bouquet of ripe red berries, wildflowers, and a hint of earthiness. On the palate, it delivers a medium-bodied experience that balances its refreshing acidity with a fruit intensity that evokes feelings of summer. The tannins are notably soft, providing a pleasurable mouthfeel that allows the wine's charm to shine through. As you savor each sip, you'll appreciate its near-dryness, making it wonderfully versatile for pairing with a range of dishes or enjoying solo. This wine exemplifies the delightful qualities that make Gigondas a celebrated winegrowing region.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry

Blackberry

Black Pepper

Black Pepper

Earth

Earth

Flavor profile:


Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


France
France

While it was not the first country to master winemaking, no other country has determined the course of wine and wine culture as much as France. From the sparkling wines of Champagne to the Pinot Noir and Chardonnay of Burgundy; from Bordeaux's sumptuous blends to Alsace's Riesling; and from the Loire Valley's Sauvignon Blancs to exciting new regions like Pays d'Oc in the south, France has given the world nearly all the major styles and grape varieties that dominate what we drink today. There are numerous reasons why France and wine are so inextricably linked, but perhaps the foremost is geography. Few places can rival France's unique array of hot and cool-climate regions and the abundant maritime influences and mountainous terrain found throughout the country.

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