Domaine St.-Damien - Gigondas Vieilles Vignes 2022
Price: $49.99
Sale Price: $39.99
| Producer | Domaine St.-Damien |
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| Country | France |
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| Region | Rhone Valley |
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| Subregion | Gigondas |
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| Varietal | Gigondas |
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| Vintage | 2022 |
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| Sku | 08292 |
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| Size | 750ml |
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St. Damien’s vineyards in La Baumette, a “hot” corner of Gigondas, not only have terrific exposure allowing for maximum ripeness, but also the same famed galets roulees like neighboring Chateauneuf du Pape. Baby Chateauneuf for $30? Yeah, no wonder this juice rocks… A marriage of rich fruit and traditional winemaking, no punching down and no new oak, aged in cement tanks for 6-8 weeks after fermentation, and then transferred to large, used oak foudres for 12 months before bottling unfined and unfiltered. What that does is allow the wine to breath, unlike stainless steel, and soften, without adding toasty, oaky flavors. From vines at least 40 years old, with some 70-100+ years, this is concentrated, potent juice, with layers of dark and spicy fruits, and a broad, savory mouthfeel shockingly lacking in tannin. The finish is impressive for its length and complexity. And yet all the power comes from perfectly farmed and ripe fruit, not a hint of new oak!
Jeb Dunnuck: 94 Points
"Certainly on par with the single parcel releases, the 2022 Gigondas Vieilles Vignes is 80% Grenache and 20% Mourvèdre raised all in larger foudre. It has a gorgeous nose of wild strawberry and raspberry-like fruit intermixed with loads of spice and Provençal goodness. It's medium to full-bodied, has a pure, elegant mouthfeel, sweet tannins, and great finish. It shows the slightly less concentrated style of the vintage yet just shines for its complexity, balance, and length. Drink bottles over the coming 10-12+ years."
Vinous Media: 92 Points
The intricate 2022 Gigondas Vielles Vignes blooms with alluring strawberry compote, blackberry, black plum and spicy characteristics. Full-bodied and concentrated, the 2022 is a rock-solid rendition of this cuvee built for the long haul. Give it at least two more years in a cool celar before pulling the cork.
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