The 2010 Gigondas Romane Machotte reveals more elegant red currant characteristics intermixed with licorice, incense, Christmas fruitcake and foresty notes. This medium to full-bodied, stylish red could easily be confused with a top-notch Pinot Noir in a blind tasting. Consume it over the next decade. (Not yet released) The well-known firm of Pierre Amadieu has a strong portfolio of Gigondas. A Terrisson Wine Selection Importer : Various importers including Fine Vines - Illinois, Horizon - Massachusetts, Eder Bros and Alan Goodman - Connecticut, Republic National Distributing Company - Texas.

A singed mesquite note laces the plum, blackberry and black currant fruit from start to finish, while toasted fennel seed, licorice snap and charcoal notes fill in on the finish. Nicely defined, with a subtly persistent finish. Best from 2013 through 2023. 9,000 cases made, 1,400 cases imported.??–JM??Region: France / Southern Rh?ne / Gigondas Select to Add