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Les Gigondas

2001 Gigondas Grenache Noir, Syrah, Mourvedre

Santa Dur Les Gigondas is a captivating red wine hailing from the renowned Gigondas region, where the combination of Grenache Noir, Syrah, and Mourvèdre grapes creates a beautifully balanced and complex profile. This elegant vintage showcases a full-bodied character with a delightful intensity of rich red fruits, complemented by notes of dark berries and subtle spices that dance on the palate. The wine exhibits a medium to high acidity, imparting a refreshing brightness that lifts its depth and enhances its food-friendly qualities. With expressive tannins that provide a firm structure, this wine offers a wonderful mouthfeel that showcases its age while maintaining youthful vibrancy. It is a dry offering, making it an ideal companion for hearty dishes or simply enjoyed on its own. Santa Dur Les Gigondas captures the essence of its terroir, providing an exquisite taste experience that is both approachable and sophisticated.

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

Pairs well with:


Char-grilled Lamb Chops with Fig Sauce, Herbed Lamb Chops, Lamb Chops

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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