Domaine Saint-Damien
La Louisiane Gigondas Red Rhone Blend
Gigondas, Southern Rhône, Rhône, France
This was served during my annual WWC hosting. Typical format of sparkler, three whites, four reds, one dessert, all served blind.
My last of a three-pack. One sadly fell (literally) victim to the pavement. Silver lining is that while I think this can hold in this window for a bit, this wine doesn’t seem to show that it will get better.
Decanted an hour. 80 Grenache/ 15 Mourvèdre/ 5 Syrah & cinsault. To me, this is the Paso style yet in France. It’s big yet has balance…rich and toasty. Loads of garrigue, dark potpurri, and peppered black cherries aromatically. The red fruit streaks through the palate surrounded by bitter dark chocolate, hint of charcoal and mineral. Tasty.
This was served during my annual WWC hosting. Typical format of sparkler, three whites, four reds, one dessert, all served blind.
My last of a three-pack. One sadly fell (literally) victim to the pavement. Silver lining is that while I think this can hold in this window for a bit, this wine doesn’t seem to show that it will get better.
Decanted an hour. 80 Grenache/ 15 Mourvèdre/ 5 Syrah & cinsault. To me, this is the Paso style yet in France. It’s big yet has balance…rich and toasty. Loads of garrigue, dark potpurri, and peppered black cherries aromatically. The red fruit streaks through the palate surrounded by bitter dark chocolate, hint of charcoal and mineral. Tasty.
Just a gem for a JD 97 pointer at a reasonable price point. I drink this wine way too much!
Just a gem for a JD 97 pointer at a reasonable price point. I drink this wine way too much!
Jan 4th, 2019Absolutely stellar wine. Will be purchasing this again. First gigondas that I've been crazy about. Had so much heat, red fruit, and at the same time thin and refreshing.
Absolutely stellar wine. Will be purchasing this again. First gigondas that I've been crazy about. Had so much heat, red fruit, and at the same time thin and refreshing.
Nov 13th, 2018
