Tardieu-Laurent Gigondas

This wine really surprised me. It didnt have the hot alcohol,{ only 14%} or the soupy tannins. Indeed the tannins were resolving, but lovely soft and persistent. The colour was showing age , with orange brown rim, as expected for a 26 yr old southern Rhone. Marvelous palate with mocha/leather/and still some sweet red fruits. The best Gigondas I have ever tasted, without a doubt.

Still holding, earthy, savoury, leather on bouquet, some hot alcohol evident, tannins furry, palate ripe prune, and dark brooding black fruit, pleasant, and enjoyable. drink up.

Consistent notes, with the dirt and earth more prominent on the nose and finish. 50+4+11+14+6=85

Medium/light garnet color with moderate lightening at the rim. Nose of raspberries, wet dirt, red currant and bright spice. Medium bodied with pure fruit and an acidity that straddles the line with tartness. Short, lackluster finish. 50+4+11+14+6=85