“Intense ruby color. The expansive, mineral-driven nose reveals aromas of ripe red fruit, floral notes, incense, and exotic spices. Juicy, polished, and seductively smooth, this Gigondas boasts a flawless texture that carries intense flavors of Chambord, cherry-cola, lavender drops, and Asian spices, conveying a harmonious blend of power and delicacy. The mineral and floral notes linger into a surprisingly long and precise finish, shaped by delicate, well-integrated tannins.” (Vinous 2023)
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Eye
Deep, intense ruby red
Nose
Characterized by fruit and herbal notes, it develops into spicy, peppery notes
Palate
Full-bodied, silky, and crisp, with great drinkability
Serve
At 16-18°C
Open
To be decanted
Drink before
2031
Food and Wine Pairings
Enjoy it with beef stew, game, cheese…
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2025 guide): 3*Stars (High-quality production that serves as a benchmark in its sector)
About the estate:
Benjamin Gras is following in the footsteps of his father, Yves, and is crafting—with equal talent—a range of deep, elegant single-vineyard wines, in which the purity of the fruit reflects a true obsession. A refined style, in which the wines sacrifice a bit of richness and concentration in favor of a very pure delicacy. In both Gigondas and Châteauneuf-du-Pape, the wines have a distinctive style that will leave no one indifferent.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated (2024 guide) 90–92/100 (Excellent wine)
Rated Estate (2024 Guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker—The Wine Advocate)
About the wine:
Made from a blend of eight plots located on the Gigondas plateau, the 2021 Gigondas Aux Lieux-Dits is a powerful wine, with notes of rose and garrigue that complement those of cherry. It is medium-bodied to full-bodied, ripe and silky on the palate, with great concentration and length.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2025 guide) 91/100
Rated estate (2025 guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or high-quality winemakers producing wines of a high standard—you won’t be disappointed when you taste the wines from these estates)
About the wine:
The bouquet is alluring, with notes of peony and rosewood; it’s the whole-cluster fermentation that really comes through. There’s also a hint of acetate that adds depth. The palate is full-bodied; the wine is refined on the palate with an infused structure. It’s not very concentrated, but the finish remains tannic, so it needs a little time to open up.
About the estate:
Yves Gras took the reins of this iconic Gigondas estate in 1985. He established a full-bodied, rich style that was nonetheless refined, and international recognition followed immediately. Several projects enhanced the estate: the restoration of Clos Derrière Vieille in 1994; and the acquisition of fine terroirs in Châteauneuf-du-Pape in 2009: Saintes Pierres, La Crau Ouest, Le Pied de Baud, Les Pradel, and La Font du Pape. In 2017, the arrival of Benjamin, the son, brought new energy and a shift in style. The wines still display the same character and power, but now possess more nuanced textures. They offer a palate with diffused power and more graceful tactile sensations. The oak notes are also better integrated. The estate practices biodynamic viticulture; winemaking is carried out using indigenous yeasts; whole-cluster fermentation is used in some cases; and the wines are not filtered before bottling. The uniqueness of each cuvée led us to award the estate its first star upon its inclusion in the guide.
Vinous
Wine rated (2023 guide) 93-95/100
Rated Estate (2024 Guide) Recommended
About the wine:
Intense ruby color. The expansive, mineral-driven nose reveals aromas of ripe red fruits, floral notes, incense, and exotic spices. Juicy, polished, and seductively smooth, this Gigondas boasts a flawless texture that carries intense flavors of Chambord, cherry-cola, lavender drops, and Asian spices, conveying a harmonious blend of power and delicacy. The mineral and floral notes linger in a surprisingly long and precise finish, shaped by delicate, well-integrated tannins. Aged in a combination of Stockinger oak casks and clay amphorae.
Jeb Dunnuck
Rated Estate (2024 Guide) Recommended
Customer Rating
4/5
based on 1 review
Review and comment by Mr. MICHEL S. Posted on August 20, 2026
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