{"title":"Gigondas Wine Collection","description":"\u003cp\u003eMade primarily from Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre, Gigondas wines combine structure and elegance, with tannins that soften beautifully with age. The appellation’s vineyards, nestled among rugged hills and terraces, provide unique terroir that translates into wines with depth, intensity, and a distinct Southern Rhône signature.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"somm2405-dlb21-gignds-750","title":"2021 Domaine la Bouïssiere, Gigondas","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt doesn’t suffice to describe Domaine la Bouïssiere as the premier producer of Gigondas: This is one of the reference-point domaines of the entire Southern Rhône Valley. Perched high in the foothills of the Dentelles de Montmirail, the jagged mountain range that dominates France’s Vaucluse region, this pioneering property discovered something important about the Southern Rhône terroir—altitude matters. In the 1960s, Antonin Faravel became a local legend in Gigondas when he climbed higher than anyone else would dare, carving his vineyards from dramatically steep limestone cliffs reaching to elevations of 500+ meters. He knew instinctively that he’d get the plushness and ample body Southern Rhône reds are known for, but also the acid balance and tension so few of them achieve (especially these days). I’ll repeat the key word here: tension. The greatest reds of Châteauneuf-du-Pape manage it, and so does this 2021 from Thierry and Gilles Faravel, Antonin’s sons. It’s another showstopper that must not be missed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs we’ve seen vintage after vintage, this wine lands at the perfect point on the Rhône Grenache ripeness scale, right in its red-fruited, brightly perfumed sweet spot, right before more maturity would bring darker notes of liqueur and black licorice. A dollop of 25% Syrah adds backbone and spice to a wine that caresses the palate rather than bludgeoning it. It is as dramatic and memorable as the iconic mountain range that graces its label.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat label, in fact, really says it all: Rather than put a picture of their winery on the bottle, the Faravels want you to know where the character of their wine really comes from—and there is indeed a mineral underpinning to this wine that is often missing in the ultra-ripe modern-day produce of the Southern Rhône. There is also that rare look at what might be called the “Pinot side” of the Grenache grape: the more perfumed expression found most famously in the wines of Château Rayas. Ultimately, the inclusion of Syrah in this Gigondas takes it in a different direction, but there’s no question that Bouïssiere’s high-elevation vineyards—and old vines—produce fruit of exceptional balance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe western foothills of the Dentelles de Montmirail are where most of the key villages of the southern Rhône are located, including Gigondas, Vacqueyras, and Beaumes-de-Venise. Antonin Faravel worked at the legendary Domaine Pierre Amadieu in Gigondas for more than 30 years, passing along his incomparable knowledge of the local terroir to Thierry and Giles. Their pioneering “Grand Bouïssiere” vineyard in Gigondas was planted between 1963 and 1966, much of it on terraces to combat the steep pitches of the slopes. In addition to being one of the highest-elevation sites in Gigondas, it has a northwestern aspect, which mitigates some of the sunlight intensity. So, while there is no shortage of ripeness and intensity in the Bouïssiere Gigondas, it is all in balance. It has energy, enough to “carry” its elevated alcohol with ease.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThen there’s the texture, which evokes sunny, sultry, “Mediterranean” France: This ’21 is voluptuous and ready to drink, but should continue to evolve over the next 5-7 years if kept well. Decant it for 30 minutes before serving in Bordeaux stems and you’ll see a wine with a deep ruby-black core moving to magenta and pink at the rim, with perfumed aromas of wild red and black berries, kirsch, raspberry, dates, licorice, lavender, mint, warm spice, scrub-brush, and dusty earth. It is powerful and nimble at once, an amazing feat that only a few southern Rhône reds manage to pull off consistently. Keep it on the cool side (60 degrees) and serve it with something that speaks to its southern French origins. We’re attaching an oft-shared lamb recipe to pair with this bottle, because why mess with perfection? Enjoy!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42407269826614,"sku":"SOMM2405-DLB21-GIGNDS-750","price":37.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2021DomainelaBouissiere_Gigondas_MainImage-1800x1800.jpg?v=1716473474"},{"product_id":"2022-domaine-la-boussiere-gigondassomm2507-dlb22gda-750","title":"2022 Domaine La Bouissiere, Gigondas","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen Antonin Faravel began planting vineyards in 1963, he chose the most forbidding terroir in Gigondas—directly into the limestone cliffs of the Dentelles de Montmirail, at elevations over 1,000 feet. After three decades working at the legendary Domaine Pierre Amadieu, Antonin knew something his neighbors didn't: in the warm south, altitude is so important to keep freshness in wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToday, with ever-warmer vintages making most Southern Rhône wines taste ever-jammier, we look to Bouïssiere for refinement. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese high-altitude sites hit the bullseye with shimmering, fresh fruit that keeps you coming back to the glass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToday, Antonin's sons Thierry and Gilles border on the fanatical when it comes to vineyard health. Their \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e55-year-old vines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—73% Grenache and 27% Syrah—grow in thin, rocky topsoil over solid limestone. The winemaking respects this mountain terroir: partial destemming (61%), indigenous yeast fermentation in cement tanks, aging in a combination of cement (35%) and older foudres (65%). Everything moves by gravity. Nothing is fined or filtered. The result is wine that quietly evokes the rugged, sensual beauty of Provence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHY YOU'LL LOVE IT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePure Grenache Pleasure: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis deep ruby wine explodes with cherry liqueur, wild blackberries, crushed raspberries, and violets, all shot through with sandalwood, aniseed, garrigue, and baked earth. It's powerful, elegant, hard to resist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original high-altitude Gigondas: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile others scrambled to follow Antonin's lead, Bouïssière remains the benchmark for elegant, age-worthy Gigondas from the Dentelles de Montmirail's limestone cliffs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChâteauneuf quality without the inflation: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMany of the defining characteristics that make Bouïssière's wines premier standouts are in this bottle—for less than $40.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt to age: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith those mountain-grown tannins and natural acidity, this will evolve beautifully for 10 years. Buy a case, drink half now, and enjoy the evolution of the rest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHOW TO SERVE IT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStunning now through 2035. The wine's structure and concentration mean it will reward patience, developing additional complexity over the next decade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServe at 60-62°F in Bordeaux stems to appreciate the full aromatic spectrum. Decant for 30-45 minutes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePair with lamb tagine with spicy merguez sausages, or any hearty Provençal cuisine. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43909528748086,"sku":"SOMM2507-DLB22GDA-750","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2022DomaineLaBoussiere-Gigondas_MainImage-1800x1800.jpg?v=1753220998"},{"product_id":"2022-grand-montmirail-gigondas-les-deux-juliettesomm2509-gmo22gig-750","title":"2022 Grand Montmirail, Gigondas \"Les Deux Juliette\"","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen Burgundian Denis Chéron bought a négociant operation in Vacqueyras in the 1960s, he probably didn't expect to end up owning one of Gigondas' most spectacular properties. When the owner of Domaine du Grand Montmirail retired, he had offers from every direction for his prime parcels in Gigondas. He chose Denis—not the highest bidder, but the most loyal partner.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe property Denis acquired reads like a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003evignerоn's\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e fantasy. Vineyards climbing the southern slopes of the Dentelles de Montmirail, those dramatic limestone cliffs that look like a stegosaurus’ back. Altitudes are between 300-350 meters here—among Gigondas' highest, where cool mountain air preserves the acidity that most Southern Rhône wines burn off in the summer heat. A natural amphitheater blocks the brutal Mistral while maximizing sun exposure. Three underground springs ensure the old vines never stress, even in drought years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDenis’ son Yves took over in the 1980s, fresh from wine school in Beaune with dangerous ideas about bringing Burgundian elegance to Gigondas. He converted an old convent on the property into his home—imagine waking up to views of Mont Ventoux every morning—and set about making the most natural, intense Gigondas he could summon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Les Deux Juliettes\" showcases everything special about this place. The blend is 80% Grenache from vines planted in the 1950s, plus 15% Syrah and 5% Mourvèdre for structure and spice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHY YOU'LL LOVE IT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAltitude is Everything:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e At 350 meters, these are nosebleed vineyards by Gigondas standards, an amphitheater of old vines high on a cliff. That elevation means cold nights, preserving the bright acidity that makes this wine so bright and refreshing, not heavy and pruny.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBurgundian Touch:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yves learned winemaking in Beaune, and it shows. This has the concentration of great Gigondas but the elegance of Gevrey-Chambertin—a combination seldom seen in the Southern Rhône.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOld Vines, Low Yields: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e65-year-old Grenache vines crank out very small yields of intensely concentrated juice, jumping from the glass with aromas of sweet cherry kirsch liqueur, garrigue, plum, and an exotic, Vosne-like quality that we find so captivating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Tariffs?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Most Gigondas this good costs $40 and up. Good Châteauneuf-du-Pape starts at $50. “Les Deux Juliettes” seriously outperforms its price point, making a case buy such a great play.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHOW TO SERVE IT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServe at 58-62°F.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrink now through 2032. It's gorgeous today—supple, elegant, long—but will develop even more complexity over the next decade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor pairings, think hearty fare like cassoulet, or lamb shoulder \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003estifado\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e over rigatoni.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44033526628406,"sku":"SOMM2509-GMO22GIG-750","price":34.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2022GrandMontmirail_GigondasLesDeuxJuliette_MainImage-1800x1800_569999f3-2c1f-45dd-84a4-cf756bd0f242.jpg?v=1756499504"},{"product_id":"2022-domaine-raspail-ay-gigondassomm2511-rsp22gig-750","title":"2022 Domaine Raspail-Ay, Gigondas","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eHailing from one of the most revered traditional estates in the southern Rhône, established in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1850\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand still family-run, currently by\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDominique Ay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand his children, Anne-Sophie and Christophe. The domaine covers\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e19 hectares\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein a single block of mid-slope vineyards just below the craggy Dentelles de Montmirail—the heart of Gigondas’ best terroir. Vines averaging 50–60 years old grow on\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eclay-limestone and sandy soils\u003c\/strong\u003e, producing naturally low yields (about 35 hl\/ha). The estate is distinctive for its dedication to a single wine, its flagship Gigondas, which has made Domaine Raspail-Ay one of the appellation’s benchmarks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThe blend is typically\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e70% Grenache, 20% Syrah, and 10% Mourvèdre\u003c\/strong\u003e, hand-harvested, fermented in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003econcrete vats\u003c\/strong\u003e, and aged\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e18–24 months\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein large, old oak foudres to preserve purity and terroir expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThe 2022 vintage reflects the Raspail-Ay style at its most refined:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eripe, full-bodied, and elegant\u003c\/strong\u003e, balancing Gigondas’ natural power with structure and freshness. The bouquet opens with dark cherries, wild berries, violets, and gentle spice, leading into a palate of fleshy fruit framed by firm yet polished tannins. Layered notes of pepper, lavender, and garrigue add complexity, while the limestone soils impart a cool mineral thread that runs through the finish. Built for both immediate enjoyment and long-term evolution in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0\"\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eGrown on old vines in prime mid-slope terroir beneath the Dentelles de Montmirail, giving natural concentration and freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eTraditional Rhône craftsmanship: hand-harvested fruit, fermentation in concrete, long aging in old oak foudres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eCaptures the spirit of Gigondas, rich Grenache fruit, perfumed Syrah spice, and Mourvèdre depth, with finesse and harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0\"\u003eHow To Serve It\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eDecant for 45–60 minutes to soften tannins and fully release the wine’s aromatic complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eServe at\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e60–65°F in a large Rhône or Burgundy bowl to highlight texture and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003ePair with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eroast lamb, coq au vin, or Provençal vegetable gratins, dishes that echo its savory, herbal depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44147335102518,"sku":"SOMM2511-RSP22GIG-750","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2022DomaineRaspail-Ay_Gigondas.png?v=1761167501"},{"product_id":"2023-domaine-notre-dame-des-pallieres-gigondas-les-mourressomm2601-dnd23gig-750","title":"2023 Domaine Notre Dame des Pallières Gigondas “Les Mourres”","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eNestled at the foot of the Dentelles de Montmirail in Gigondas, Domaine Notre Dame des Pallieres traces its roots to a medieval Marian sanctuary known as Notre Dame des Pallieres, where a miraculous spring on the estate’s edge was believed to shield pilgrims from the plague. Written records reference vines here as early as the 900s, but the Roux family has stewarded the land for generations, with great-grandfather Jules planting some of Gigondas’ oldest parcels, including those in the storied Les Mourres lieu-dit. Cousins Claude and Jean-Pierre Roux elevated the domaine through organic farming and traditional methods across 30 hectares of Trignon valley holdings, passing the torch in recent years to Claude’s children, Isabelle and Julien Roux—the fifth generation—who now craft these limestone-rooted wines with the same reverence for terroir and minimal intervention.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.grapex.com\/national-portfolio\/notre-dame-des-pallieres\/notre-dame-des-pallieres-gigondas-bois-des-mourres-3\/\" class=\"inline\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThe 2023 Gigondas “Les Mourres” embodies this legacy in every garnet sip: old vines—some over a century—dug into limestone gravel and fluvial clays yield concentrated Grenache (80%) blended with Mourvèdre and Syrah, hand-harvested and macerated over 30 days before resting mostly in concrete to preserve savory purity. From the cool, airy nights of the Trignon valley, it delivers power with freshness—dark plum and kirsch laced with garrigue, licorice, and violet lift—structured for cellaring yet velvety enough for near-term enjoyment, a testament to Gigondas’ exceptional mid-slope sites and the Roux family’s unwavering commitment to place over polish.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/perrineswine.com\/products\/2021-domaine-notre-dame-des-pallieres-gigondas-les-mourres-rhone-valley-france\" class=\"inline\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"why-youll-love-it\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-sans font-semimedium visRefresh2026Fonts:font-bold text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eOld-vine intensity from Les Mourres’ limestone gravels shines through in layered red and black fruits, peppery garrigue, and sappy floral perfume, offering classic Gigondas depth without excess weight.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pallieres.com\/en\/o4-4-wine-pallieres-gigondas-bois-des-mourres\" class=\"inline\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eTraditional long maceration and concrete élevage yield a velvety, balanced structure—tannins fine and integrated, freshness persistent—making it a terroir-transparent standout for collectors seeking mid-term aging gems (2026–2033).\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.grapex.com\/national-portfolio\/notre-dame-des-pallieres\/notre-dame-des-pallieres-gigondas-bois-des-mourres-3\/\" class=\"inline\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eFifth-generation family soul from Isabelle and Julien Roux elevates this beyond mere appellation: plague-spring provenance meets Dentelles microclimate for a wine that whispers Southern Rhône history in every glass.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pallieres.com\/en\/estate\" class=\"inline\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"how-to-serve-it\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-sans font-semimedium visRefresh2026Fonts:font-bold text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003eHow to Serve It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eDecant up to 60 minutes to unfurl aromatics; serve at 60–65°F to balance fruit lift against spice and structure, avoid serving too warm which will masks its stony chassis.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pallieres.com\/en\/o4-4-wine-pallieres-gigondas-bois-des-mourres\" class=\"inline\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003ePair with venison stew, magret de canard aux figues, or truffled mushroom risotto—its sappy acids and grippy tannins embrace gamey richness while cutting through earthiness.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.grapex.com\/national-portfolio\/notre-dame-des-pallieres\/notre-dame-des-pallieres-gigondas-bois-des-mourres-3\/\" class=\"inline\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eDrink now - 2028 to fully enjoy its primary fruit character or cellar undisturbed in a and hold for a more savory evolution by 2030+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44702689951798,"sku":"SOMM2601-DND23GIG-750","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2023DomaineNotreDamedesPallieres_GigondasLesMourres.png?v=1768507232"},{"product_id":"2022-perrin-family-gigondas-la-gilesomm2602-per22gig-750","title":"2022 Famille Perrin, Gigondas \"La Gille\"","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you’re looking for an expert guide through the terroirs of the Southern Rhône Valley, look no further than the Perrin family. In 1909, they purchased Château de Beaucastel, and over the past 100+ years have turned it into one of the best and most important estates in France. They’re true pioneers, having farmed organically since the 1950s and biodynamically since the 70s, when most people hardly knew what either term meant. They’ve since expanded their reach beyond Châteauneuf-du-Pape to own vineyards across at least seven villages.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen the family says Gigondas \"La Gille\" is a special place, we’re inclined to believe them. Here, at high-altitude northwest-facing mid-slope plots between the Gigondas plain and Dentelles de Montmirail, old vines (some pre-phylloxera Grenache at 100+ years) thrive on stony limestone, chalky marl, and sandy safres. They soak up intense sunlight for ripe black cherry and raspberry kirsch, but the elevation, constant mistral winds, and strong diurnal shifts deliver a fiercely fresh, peppery tension rare in Gigondas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You’ll Love It:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf there’s one family we trust to show us the magic of Gigondas, it’s the Perrins.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eOrganically farmed from high-altitude plots that cooled 2022's heat, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60\/40 Grenache-Syrah blend fermented in concrete then foudre-aged for layered spice without bloat—you taste Gigondas altitude, not oak.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eRipe black cherry, raspberry kirsch, white pepper snap, mountain garrigue, and Syrah's smoky violet depth. D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eense purple fruit leading to wiry mineral tension and mountain freshness. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow To Serve It:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003eServe at just above cellar temperature, 60-65 degrees in Burgundy stems.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDelicious from the get-go, optional decant for 30-45 minutes.Set some aside to open in 5+ years.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePairs beautifully with grilled lamb chops, sausage cassoulet, or richer braises like beef daube.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44769663549494,"sku":"SOMM2602-PER22GIG-750","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2022PerrinFamilyGigondasLaGile.png?v=1769802283"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/collections\/DomainelaBouissiere_Gigondas_MainImage-1800x1800_bcdfb9b1-a125-4e1f-9678-31889ef05d08.jpg?v=1774168286","url":"https:\/\/sommselect.com\/collections\/gigondas-wine-collection.oembed","provider":"SommSelect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}