"Intense and greedy from the first nose, this cuvée combines red fruits, spices and coriander. Following the same aromatic line, the palate offers a fine balance of tannin-alcohol-freshness that allows this wine to already be appreciable, while being able to look to the future with serenity." (Le Guide Hachette des Vins 2016) A great bottle, produced at low yields on the high slopes of the appellation. Serve in season with a fine game dish, or cellar for 5-6 years.
Features
Estate
Dauvergne Ranvier
Cuvée
Vin Rare
Vintage
2013
Designation
Gigondas
Region
Rhône
Grape varieties
80% Grenache, 10% Syrah, 10% Mourvèdre et Cinsault
Terroirs
plots on the northeast slope of the appellation
Viticulture
traditional and meticulous
Harvest
manual
Winemaking
gentle destemming. Long vatting
Breeding
partial over a year in lightning
Tasting & pairing
Nose
aromas of garrigue, small red berries and spices. Subtly woody notes
Mouth
powerful attack. Supple and ripe. Long finish.
Serve
at 16-18°C
Drink from
2015
Drink before
2020
Food and wine pairing
to be enjoyed with a fine piece of game such as pheasant, hare or venison, or with veal kidneys or shoulder of lamb.
Dauvergne Ranvier
Gigondas
Expert opinion
Bettane & Desseauve
Domaine rated (guide 2022) 3*Stars (High-quality production that can serve as a benchmark in its sector)
About the domain :
François Dauvergne and Jean-François Ranvier are part of a new generation of young Rhône Valley négociants. Deeply involved in the production of their wines, they work with their winemaker friends throughout the year, preserving the expressions of their terroirs. The style is structured without excess, with perfect aromatic definition. The duo continues to evolve, and the range extends from Hermitage in the north to Luberon in the south, via Côte-Rôtie, Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Costières-de-Nîmes, with now even partnerships as far afield as Roussillon! And recently, the adventure has been extended to the Bordeaux region.
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine rated (2016 guide) 2**Stars (Outstanding wine)
Domaine noté (guide 2022) Award-winning wines (The wines of this producer are regularly awarded by the guide)
About the wine:
Intense and greedy from the first nose, this cuvée combines red fruits, spices and coriander. Following the same aromatic line, the palate offers a fine balance of tannin, alcohol and freshness, enabling this wine to be appreciated already, while looking to the future with serenity.
About the domain :
Founded in 2004 by François Dauvergne and Jean-François Ranvier, wine professionals who decided to create their own cuvées after working for others, this trading house has asserted itself year after year through quality wines made from parcel selections. In 2013, the two partners took over Dom. des Muretins (tavel and lirac) and in 2014 developed a range of Bordeaux wines in collaboration with Patrice Hateau.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Scored (2015 guide) 88-90/100 (Wonderful wine)
Domaine noté Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the wine:
Densely colored, the Gigondas Vin Rare 2013 is a blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre, partially aged in foudre, from parcels high up in the eastern part of the appellation. Exuding notes of ripe raspberries, violets, licorice and spices, this rather full-bodied wine is nicely concentrated and its fine tannins reveal themselves on the finish. It can be enjoyed within the year or cellared for up to ten years.
Wine Spectator
Rated 90/100 (Very good wine)
Jancis Robinson
Rated 16/20
Customer reviews
Customer rating
4.1/5
out of 11 reviews
Note and review by M. MARC R. Published on 15/06/2016
may be rare, but lacks charm and scope ....
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Note and review by M. MICHEL A. Published on 16/11/2021
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Note and review by M. HERVE P. Published on 11/02/2019
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Note and review by M. NICOLAS C. Published on 01/10/2016
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Note and review by M. LAURENT A. Published on 05/05/2016
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Note and review by M. ERIC E. Published on 14/03/2016
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Note and review by M. CHARLES T. Published on 15/01/2016
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Note and review by M. JEAN LOUIS H. Published on 05/01/2016
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