Pierre Amadieu - Gigondas Le Pas de l'Aigle 2022

Bettane & Desseauve

About the wine:

A powerful nose with notes of black fruit, spices, and leather. True to the sunny character of the vintage, with a smooth, round, and flavorful palate. High-quality tannins with a silky texture, leading to a mineral-driven (pencil lead), energetic, and elegant finish. A serious wine with everything it takes to age beautifully.

About the estate:

This is the largest and likely one of the oldest estates in Gigondas, run by Pierre Amadieu, the current owner and one of the village’s most dedicated figures. The estate boasts breathtaking vineyards on the Machotte, Pas de l’Aigle, and Romane, among others. At an altitude of 400 meters, the Grenache grapes are harvested at full ripeness to undergo a long fermentation and aging process in large oak casks, some of which are over fifty years old. The other appellations offered are treated with the same care. A true Favorite rosés, the reds confirm their aging potential, while the whites boast admirable freshness.

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Wine Spectator

Wine Enthusiast

About the wine:

The nose is dominated by aromas of sun-kissed red cherries, surrounded by notes of white strawberry, raspberry, and warm earth that frame the fruit with effortless ease. From the very first sip, the wine reveals balance and approachability, yet it does not rely solely on its charm. On the palate, rhubarb, white pepper, and a hint of clove bring energy and texture to the mid-palate, while the minerality of crushed stone adds length to the finish. Best enjoyed after 2028–2030+.

Vinous

About the wine:

The 2022 Gigondas Le Pas de L'Aigle, with its pale ruby color, is medium-bodied to full-bodied, flavorful, and complex. A blend of 90% Grenache and 10% Syrah, it will age for two years in large oak casks, followed by an additional year in the bottle before being released. This aging is necessary, as the firm tannic structure needs time to soften. Nevertheless, the aromas and flavors are already coming through quite nicely, notably a blend of spice box, strawberry, raspberry, black cherry, graphite, and a hint of menthol.

James Suckling

About the wine:

This Gigondas is as vast as the sky under which it grew. Intense aromas of Damascus plum and rich notes of tar and licorice envelop the compact tannic structure at the heart of this very serious wine. A long, velvety finish, full of energy. From north-facing vineyards at an altitude of 500 meters. Made from organically grown grapes. A pure Grenache, aged for two years in large oak casks. Best enjoyed upon release.

Jeb Dunnuck

About the wine:

The 2022 Gigondas Le Pas De L'Aigle from this renowned estate is made from 90% Grenache and 10% Syrah, aged in barrels for 24 months. It boasts a vivid ruby color and exudes a wonderful bouquet of red and black fruits, cedar, and chocolate. This medium- to full-bodied wine, concentrated in 2022, offers magnificent tannins, a structured and balanced palate, and fine tannins that are complemented by a lovely minerality on the finish. This wine deserves 2 to 3 years of cellaring and will be at its best over the next 10 to 12 years, or even longer.