Gigondas

The wine

At the foot of the Dentelles de Montmirail, Gigondas shares Châteauneuf-du-Pape's passion for grenache without its fame — or its prices. Limestone scree and red clay soils, brushed by the mistral, produce powerful yet balanced reds with dense fruit (garrigue, black cherry, pepper), the best able to age fifteen years and more. Grenache (50% min), syrah and mourvèdre make up the typical blend. Since 2023 the commune also makes small quantities of white (clairette, grenache blanc, viognier). Ideal with Provençal stews, game, aged cheeses and herb-braised meats.