Domaine Gauby - Les Calcinaires 2014

Bettane & Desseauve

About the wine:

Light in color and natural on the nose, with a tamed wildness—"sociable," as its winemaker puts it, in that it will appeal to many and be easy to drink. It offers a distinctly northern balance, with flavors of cherry stem, green pepper, and spices, and a cheerful floral finish.

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

About the wine:

A step above the 2013 vintage, the 2014 Les Calcinaires red is a blend of Mourvèdre, Syrah, Grenache, and Carignan that displays a deep purple color and intense aromas of plum, raspberry, peppery herbs, rosemary, and violet. This wine is fresh, fragrant, and exhibits the classic complexity of Roussillon (and of Gauby). It leads to a full-bodied, elegant palate with juicy acidity and a light, graceful texture. The emphasis here is on finesse rather than concentration and power.

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

About the wine:

Its red counterpart epitomizes the estate's style: unrestrained fruit, an approachable character, and a delightful finesse.

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 ethereal. Alongside his son, he continues this quest, and his wines 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 vintage approaches the pinnacle of excellence in both styles.