2023 Gigondas Cuvee Ventabren
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The flagship release here is based on 70% Grenache, 20% Syrah, and 10% Cinsault and aged 18 months in large foudres. Bright red, blue, and black fruits intermixed with violets, peppery garrigue, orange blossom, and Provençal spice all emerge from the 2023 Gigondas Ventabren. It's medium to full-bodied, has a pure, layered mouthfeel, ripe tannins, and nicely integrated acidity. It will have 15 years of prime drinking and is a brilliant Gigondas. Drink 2026-2041.
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Alistair Cooper MW, jancisrobinson.com
Jeb Dunnuck
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The perfumed 2023 Gigondas La Cuvée Ventabren expresses lifting rosewater, orange blossom, just-ripe raspberry, dried herbs and touches of licorice. Full-bodied, concentrated and refreshing, the 2023 showcases polish and class, balancing spot-on freshness and depth before winding down with clarity and sharp drive.
Introverted and reserved, the 2023 Gigondas Ventabren opens with aromas of pepper, spices and earthy notes. Medium- to full-bodied, structured and dense, it’s firm and robust, concluding with a peppery finish. Rather austere in profile, it remains balanced and well-executed. This is a blend of 70% Grenache Noir, 20% Syrah and 10% Cinsault.
70% Grenache, 20% Syrah, 10% Cinsault. Whole-bunch fermentation. Aged for 18 months in foudres. Certified organic (AB Agriculture Biologique). Cask sample. Tasted blind. Crushed red fruits, raspberry, and a herbal note. A silky, smooth attack with such delicate tannins. The fruit core is brimming with energy and purity and has a herbal streak through the middle. A cedary note comes through on the fresh, fine and refined finish. (AC)
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Grenache/ Garnacha , Mourvedre/Monastrell/Mataro, Syrah / Shiraz
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Dry