Rating 93 2023 Top 50  
Style Red
Blend , Mourvèdre, Syrah / Shiraz
Vintage 2021
Appellation
Rhône Valley
France
ABV 14.5%
Price $45.00  Buy This Wine
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Review Updated 2023-11-17

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Cold Weather Hibernation, Dinner Parties, Holiday Meals

Gigondas LaCave Cuvée du Président 2021 Review

Gigondas is one of the recognized crus in France's Southern Rhône, known for its bold red blends. Even though it's not as famous as its more prestigious neighbor, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, the wines of Gigondas can offer a similar experience at a more approachable price tag. The wines must be at least 50 percent Grenache and are typically blended with Syrah and Mourvèdre, like this delicious bottle. Deep fruit notes of blackberries, raspberries, and black currants are complemented by savory hints of licorice, spices, and campfire smoke. It's a bold, full-bodied wine, but is well-balanced by great acidity and well-integrated tannins.

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Gigondas is one of the recognized crus in France's Southern Rhône, known for its bold red blends. Even though it's not as famous as its more prestigious neighbor, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, the wines of Gigondas can offer a similar experience at a more approachable price tag. The wines must be at least 50 percent Grenache and are typically blended with Syrah and Mourvèdre, like this delicious bottle. Deep fruit notes of blackberries, raspberries, and black currants are complemented by savory hints of licorice, spices, and campfire smoke. It's a bold, full-bodied wine, but is well-balanced by great acidity and well-integrated tannins.

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Gigondas LaCave Cuvée du Président 2021
Gigondas is one of the recognized crus in France's Southern Rhône, known for its bold red blends. Even though it's not as famous as its more prestigious neighbor, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, the wines of Gigondas can offer a similar experience at a more approachable price tag. The wines must be at least 50 percent Grenache and are typically blended with Syrah and Mourvèdre, like this delicious bottle. Deep fruit notes of blackberries, raspberries, and black currants are complemented by savory hints of licorice, spices, and campfire smoke. It's a bold, full-bodied wine, but is well-balanced by great acidity and well-integrated tannins.

Reviewed On: 11-13-2023