Saint-Damien Gigondas Vieilles Vignes 2022

Gigondas Vieilles Vignes 2022 94-96JD Saint-DamienSouthern Rhone$39.99 on 6+ (code: 6saves2)$41.9994-96 DunnuckPossibly my favorite of the trio, the 2022 Gigondas Vieilles Vignes (80% Grenache and 20% Syrah) offers a full-bodied, incredibly textured, yet seamless and elegant profile to go with lots of meaty dark fruits, some classic Southern Rhône licorice, roasted herb, and spice box nuances, ripe tannins, and a great finish. It's another sensational effort from this estate, which continues to go from strength to strength. (10/30/23) Terroir: Quaternary stony soil and torrential deposit. Plots located on the low terraces of the Gigondas appellation.Grape varieties: Grenache 80%, Mourvèdre 20%Age of the vines: Average age of 40 years, Grenache (1964) Mourvèdre (1977).Vinification: Blending during vatting. Maceration for 5 weeks in concrete vats.Aging: For 12 months in oak barrels. Bottled without fining or filtration.