2023 Gigondas La Louisiane
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A bigger, richer wine based mostly on Grenache from a single parcel around the estate on the lower plain of Gigondas, the 2023 Gigondas La Louisiane shows darker blackberries and kirsch intermixed with ground pepper, sappy garrigue, and some meaty, spicy nuances that give this an ultra-classic Gigondas style. It's medium to full-bodied on the palate and has a pure, focused mouthfeel, ultra-fine yet building tannins, and integrated acidity. It's a brilliant effort that will stand toe to toe with anything in the vintage and should drink well over the coming 15+ years. Drink 2026-2041.
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Jeb Dunnuck
Yohan Castaing, Wine Advocate
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Notes of fresh thyme, spices, chocolate and licorice introduce the 2023 Gigondas La Louisiane, a medium- to full-bodied, round and supple wine with a juicy core of fruit, velvety tannins and a long finish redolent of dark cherries.
Using around 5% new oak, the 2023 Gigondas La Louisiane Vieilles Vignes shows a little more refinement on the nose compared to the Vieilles Vignes from the same vintage, opening with detailed strawberry compote, ripe raspberry, licorice, thyme and black cherry. Full-bodied and gently structured, the bold 2023 wraps up with a touch of licorice on the powerful finish.
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Grenache/ Garnacha , Mourvedre/Monastrell/Mataro, Syrah / Shiraz
Red
Dry