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Famille Perrin Domaine du Clos des Tourelles Gigondas 2019

Gigondas AOC

This fabulous “top of the hierarchy” Gigondas from the renowned Perrin family has all the spicy warmth and richness of Châteauneuf, but displays “the elegant side of the appellation” too (Wine Advocate). From a tiny walled vineyard, this is 5-Star.

Beyond the Label

Tasting notes

Velvety, with intense blackberry and cherry with mineral grip finish

Aroma

Rich raspberry and cassis, with hints of liquorice, herbs, smoky spice

Famille Perrin Domaine du Clos des Tourelles Gigondas 2019

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  • 14.5% ABV
  • 10.88 Units
  • 750.00 ml
  • 31 December, 2099

Gigondas may not yet have the kudos of Châteauneuf, but with wines like this it should have. The appellation lies just north of its Papal neighbour, with the same galet-strewn soil that assists ripening. Its wines are similar too - Grenache-based with a lovely warmth, richness and long spicy finish. Clos des Tourelles is one of the very best. It's from the Perrin family, owners too of Châteauneuf's flagship Château de Beaucastel. Their fabulous Gigondas property dates to medieval times and lies just outside the village. Its ancient walled vineyard has superb sandy clay soils and from there, Marc Perrin selects grapes for this fine red. A mix from older and younger vines gives an ideal balance of fruit, intensity and complexity. Open early.

"So fine, so elegant, so long, it nearly left me speechless" Joe Czerwinski
For the 2017 vintage
Map showing Gigondas AOC
Tasting note information