From hillside plots at the foot of the Dentelles de Montmirail, the vineyards of this Gigondas are nestled in a preserved environment bathed in wind and sun. A Gem in a resolutely modern, fine style. Balanced, full-bodied, round and long, the tannins are fine and elegant. Enjoy now with duck parmentier or lamb confit.
Features
Estate
Clos Léopold
Vintage
2021
Designation
Gigondas
Region
Rhône
Grape varieties
70% Grenache, 30% Syrah, âge moyen des vignes : 40 ans
Terroirs
Clay-limestone, plots located at an altitude of 350 metres, in a natural cirque.
Viticulture
Certified organic
Harvest
Manual in early October
Winemaking
Traditional in concrete vats with destemmed grapes, long 35-day fermentation at low temperature (under 20°C), natural yeasts.
Breeding
Up to 12 months in uncoated cement vats, then in bottle, no barrel ageing.
Alcohol content
14,5%
Organic
Yes
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Deep, intense color
Nose
Attractive black fruits, framed by notes of graphite, liquorice and menthol, evolving towards notes of warm plum and sweet spices.
Mouth
Fluid and fruity, the wine is streamlined in a style displaying finesse and freshness, balanced, round, the frame is tight, very good length, tannins present, fine and elegant for a good ageing to come.
Serve
AT 16-18°C
Drink before
2031
Food and wine pairing
Enjoy with figatellu, lamb confit, hazuki bean stew, duck parmentier, beef goulash, St Félicien...
Clos Léopold
Gigondas
Expert opinion
Le Figaro vins
Rated area (2021 guide) Recommended
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