Domaine Gauby - Vieilles Vignes Rouge 2008
Rating: RVF 17.5/20
Regardless of the vintage, the Vieilles Vignes always expresses itself with elegance, featuring exceptionally refined tannins and incredible aromatic persistence. Its 24 months of aging in new barrels mean it always needs a little time to reach its full potential, but this also makes it a truly great wine for aging!
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Eye
deep red dress
Nose
superb intensity, fresh black fruits and hints of licorice, aromas of garrigue and spices
Palate
A lovely fruitiness on the palate with elegant tannins and a wonderfully long finish
Serve
decant at 14-17°C
Open
1 hour ago
Drink from
2011
Drink before
2021
Food and wine pairings
A déguster sur un risotto aux champignons sauvages, une côte de sanglier, une daube catalane, un jambon braisé... <br/>
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2024 guide) 3*Stars (These represent the pinnacle of French winemaking. The finest terroirs cultivated by the greatest winemakers. Tasting their wine is always a magical experience)
About the estate:
Since his early days in the mid-1980s, Gérard Gauby has been an inspiring, demanding, and passionate winemaker. His vines are cultivated with love and respect for the plants and the ecosystem. He has revealed to the world the complexity and potential of the Calce terroir, with its limestone and iron-rich schist soils. The winemaker has also successfully evolved his style toward wines that are less heavily aged, purer, and more airy. Alongside his son, he continues this quest, and his vintages are gaining in expression and richness. The whites are of great integrity, with superb longevity and masterfully controlled aging. The reds are pure and deep. The 2021 vintages are approaching the pinnacle of excellence in both styles.
Customer rating
4.2/5
based on 11 reviews
Review by Mr. CHRISTOPHE J. Published on 11/10/2013
Date: 09/01/13 Aging potential: Peak - 4–5 years Tasting Notes: Opened at lunchtime for the evening; violet color; nose of fruit paste, pitiviers, and fruit; velvety on the palate, no wood—just fruit—and finesse; served with a mushroom risotto, excellent, which enhances the wine’s quality and aromas, Food & Wine Pairing: Glass: Riedel Sauvignon
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Review by Mr. FRANCOIS B. Published on 02/24/2013
A complex, full-bodied wine that should definitely be decanted or opened at least 24 hours before drinking to fully appreciate its richness
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Review by Mr. GREGOIRE C. Published on 12/18/2012
A beautifully aged wine that develops unusual aromas (toasty tannins, forest floor notes, etc.) for this region, where wines are typically characterized by a certain heaviness. This is a bottle that can be cellared for a few more years and will delight you on special occasions.
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Review by Mr. PHILIPPE P. Published on October 21, 2019
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Review by Mr. JEAN LUC S. Published on July 9, 2018
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Review by Mr. PIERRE A. Posted on 10/24/2017
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Review by Mr. DOMINIQUE W. Published on 11/19/2013
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Review by Mr. JULIEN G. Published on September 21, 2013
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Review by Ms. ARIANE H. Published on September 3, 2013
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Review by Mr. OLIVIER P. Posted on 02/25/2013
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