Domaine Raspail-Ay Gigondas 2016

$39.99

From a single unbroken plot near the village of Gigondas, matured in old foudres for 18-24 months, producing a single wine – no special cuvées. It has a lovely nose, really detailed with vibrant damson compote and blackberries. Black cherries can also be coaxed out, alongside some lavender and dark chocolate. The palate is medium-bodied, really fresh and crisp, with a long, herbal finish. It’s already dangerously drinkable and buzzes with life. Really top stuff, with a lightness of touch and elegance that some others lack this year.

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Description

Dominique Ay, the serious-minded proprietor of Domaine Raspail-Ay, makes one of the most iconic wines in all of Gigondas . Its 19 hectares make up one contiguous block of vines, mid-slope on the rugged clay/limestone terraces, the best terroir of the Gigondas appellation. The imposing rock formation of the Dentelles de Montmirail looms above as a backdrop. Everything about Domaine Raspail-Ay Gigondas is traditional: a classic blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre; vinification in concrete, and aging in large oak foudres.

Additional information

Type

Red
Grape(s)

Grenache, Mourvedre, Syrah
Producer

Domaine Raspail-Ay
Country

France
Region

Rhone Valley
Appellation

Gigondas
Farming

Sustainable

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