For near-term consumption, the 2000 Gigondas is a medium-bodied, plump, velvety-textured effort possessing copious quantities of blackberry and cherry fruit as well as hints of garrigue and spice box. Consume this lush 2000 over the next 6-7 years.Importer: A Christopher Cannan Selection, various American importers including Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300 and Diamond Wine Merchants, Oakland, CA; tel. (510) 567-9897