2009 Domaine de Piaugier Gigondas

(70% grenache, 20% mourvedre and 10% syrah): Vivid purple. Red and dark berries, lavender and Asian spices on the highly fragrant nose. Juicy, penetrating raspberry and blackberry flavors show impressive clarity and pick up a smoky quality with air. Clings nicely on the long, sappy finish, with the floral and spice notes echoing.

Author: Josh Raynolds

Issue: January/February 2012