“Deep ruby red. Very fragrant, with spicy and mineral notes, it offers aromas of red and black fruits, exotic spices, vanilla, and potpourri, with subtle nuances and a hint of smokiness. On the palate, it is lively, smooth, and penetrating. Vibrant flavors of raspberry, cherry jam, five-spice powder, and floral notes are complemented by hints of licorice and espresso that develop on the finish. With a smooth, consistent texture, this wine offers a finish of exceptional clarity, polished tannins, and a floral aftertaste.” (Vinous 2023)
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Eye
Dark purple dress
Nose
An airy bouquet of tart fruits and delicate floral notes
Palate
Characterized by a crisp, mineral freshness and finely textured tannins that offer excellent aging potential. A truly special tasting experience.
Serve
At 16-18°C
Open
To be decanted
Drink before
2036
Food and wine pairings
Pairs well with stews, gardiane...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated (2024 guide) 96/100
Rated estate (2025 guide): 3 stars (High-quality production, setting the standard in its sector)
About the estate:
Benjamin Gras follows in the footsteps of his father, Yves, and crafts with equal skill 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 Gigondas as in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, the wines have a distinctive style that will leave no one indifferent.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated (2024 guide) 91–93/100 (Excellent Wine)
Rated estate (2024 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker – The Wine Advocate)
About the wine:
Made entirely from whole-cluster Grenache, the 2021 Gigondas Clos Derrière Vieille offers fragrant aromas of rose, raspberry, and cherry. It is medium-bodied to full-bodied, with silky tannins accentuated by crisp acidity, and a long finish.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2025 guide) 93/100 Favorite
Rated estate (2025 guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or 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 aroma profile features floral notes, faded rose, cherry pits, and a subtle hint of poultry. The palate is clear and well-defined, with a beautiful breadth of flavor; the wine is composed, with well-integrated, gently extracted flavors, and remains very graceful.
About the estate:
Yves Gras took the reins of this iconic Gigondas estate in 1985. He established a full-bodied, robust 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 prime 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 a new dynamic and a stylistic shift. The wines still display the same breed and power, but now possess more infused textures. They offer palates with diffuse power and more graceful tactile sensations. The oak is also better integrated. The estate practices biodynamics; winemaking is carried out using indigenous yeasts, whole-cluster fermentation is used in part, 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) 94-96/100
Rated estate (2024 guide) Recommended
About the wine:
Deep ruby red. Very fragrant, with spicy and mineral notes, it offers aromas of red and black fruits, exotic spices, vanilla, and potpourri, with subtle nuances and a hint of smokiness. On the palate, it is lively, smooth, and full-bodied. Vibrant flavors of raspberry, cherry jam, five-spice powder, and floral notes are complemented by hints of licorice and espresso that develop on the finish. With a smooth, well-integrated texture, this wine offers a finish of exceptional clarity, polished tannins, and a floral aftertaste.
Jeb Dunnuck
Rated estate (2024 guide) Recommended