Gigondas, Grand Grenache 66, Santa Duc

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The 2012 Gigondas Grand Grenache 66 (100% Grenache from vines planted around the estate) is the lightest example of this cuvee I`ve tasted, and is a solid step back from prior vintages. Nevertheless, it`s still an outstanding wine that has beautiful Grenache typicity in its kirsch, framboise, dried flowers, white pepper and mint bouquet. This is followed by an elegant, medium to full bodied Gigondas that has a seamless, silky texture, fine tannin, bright acidity and solid length. Drink it anytime over the coming 7 8 years.