“With its distinctive aromas of bitter orange, cypress, and plums preserved in alcohol, the bouquet is as intriguing as it is charming. Full-bodied and powerful on the palate, the wine unfolds with a flavorful, supple texture, supported by silky tannins and enhanced by a warm hint of garrigue that evokes the region. A fine ambassador for Gigondas, ready to be served at the table.” (Le Guide Hachette 2024)
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Eye
Intense, deep color
Nose
Typical aromas of Grenache (blackberry, blackcurrant), forest floor, and spices
Palate
Refined and elegant, with great body and a long finish featuring spicier and mineral notes (crushed rock, graphite)
Serve
At 17°C
Open
1 hour before serving or decanted (if the wine is being enjoyed young)
Drink before
2028
Food and wine pairings
Pairs well with game, meat dishes in sauce, and cheeses...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2020 guide) 1*Star (A high-quality, recommendable wine that lives up to expectations for its appellation(s))
About the estate:
A leading figure in Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Tavel, Alain Jaume runs a family-owned business focused on high-quality wine trading as well as their own exceptional vineyards in Châteauneuf-du-Pape and the Côtes du Rhône. Their greatest source of pride is the Vin du Grand-Veneur, a classic Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Clos de Sixte, the family estate located in Tavel, offers a fine representation of the terroir, while in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, the old-vine cuvée ranks among the appellation’s finest wines. The estate’s future is brilliantly secured by Alain Jaume’s children.
Decanter
Wine rated (2022 guide) 92/100
About the wine:
Shiny black cherry with a hint of raspberry juice that enhances the fruit aromas. The style is refined, somewhat restrained, yet well-balanced and easy to drink. Nice, lively acidity. The tannins are a bit tight, but aside from that, this wine is elegant, charming, and easy to drink—a success for the vintage.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated wine (2024 guide) 2* Stars (Outstanding wine)
Rated estate (2022 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines regularly receive awards from the guide)
About the wine:
With its distinctive aromas of bitter orange, cypress, and plums preserved in alcohol, the bouquet is as intriguing as it is charming. Full-bodied and powerful on the palate, the wine unfolds with a flavorful, supple texture, supported by silky tannins and enhanced by a warm hint of garrigue that evokes the region. A fine ambassador for Gigondas, ready to be served at the table.
About the estate:
Originally from Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Alain Jaume and his sons, Sébastien and Christophe, carry on a winemaking tradition that dates back to 1826. They cultivate a 155-hectare vineyard organically, spread across four estates: Grand Veneur in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Clos de Sixte in Lirac, Ch. Mazane in Vacqueyras, and Dom. la Grangette Saint-Joseph in the Côtes-du-Rhône AOC, all complemented by a wine merchant business. A sure bet.
Guide des Vins Gault & Millau
4-star estate (Very high-quality production)
About the estate:
In the Jaume family, we have been winemakers "...ever since Mathieu Jaume decided to plant vines in Châteauneuf-du-Pape in 1826." Odile and Alain Jaume and their sons, Christophe and Sébastien, now manage a 70-hectare vineyard (Domaine Grand Veneur, Clos de Sixte) that also produces wines under the Lirac and Côtes du Rhône appellations. As expected, Grenache Noir and Syrah dominate the vineyard’s grape varieties. The estate began the transition to organic farming in 2009.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated estate (2022 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker – The Wine Advocate)
About the estate:
Jancis Robinson
Wine rated (2022 guide) 16/20
About the wine:
A lovely nose of black fruit with notes of canned strawberries, licorice, and earth. Juicy on the palate with plenty of black fruit, blackcurrant, and herbal notes, round tannins, and a hint of acidity—a real pleasure to drink and a very appealing style.
James Suckling
Wine rated (2025 guide) 90/100
About the wine:
A dense, ripe, and juicy red with aromas of sweet cherries, warm herbs, and mild spices, leading to a full-bodied palate with silky tannins. Well-structured, with a dense core of berries and a generous, fruity finish. Enjoy now.
Jeb Dunnuck
Rated estate (2022 guide) Recommended
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