E. Guigal : Gigondas 2020

A winey version, with steeped cherry and kirsch, this is ripe and broad, starting off glossy and then reined in by cashmere-fine tannins that give real textural framework. A modern, stylish, full-bodied red that's very well-executed, with roasted apple wood in the background. Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre. Drink now through 2030. 10,000 cases made, 1,200 cases imported.

Here's an excellent introduction to Gigondas with the richness and spice, plus the ample tannins we expect from this appellation. Long, well-structured finish with excellent balance. A cuvee of 70% grenache, 20% syrah and 10% mourvedre that was aged completely in large oak foudre. Drink or hold.

Ripe strawberry, raspberry, cranberry, dried herbs and a touch of cedar introduce the 2020 Gigondas. Concentrated and expressive, the 2020 is a classic rendition of this red that’s going to drink well over the next five years. A savory finish of good length rounds it up.

The 2020 Gigondas is beautiful, with a ripe, rounded, elegant, medium- to full-bodied style. Wild strawberries, raspberries, spice, and peppery herbs define the aromatics, and it’s balanced and already impossible to resist. It will evolve for 10–15 years if well stored and is well worth seeking out.