1990 Gigondas

Faraud's 1990 will last for 12-15 years. The black/ruby color, and the big, spicy, earthy, licorice nose and opulent, fat, chewy flavors nearly conceal the considerable tannin levels. This in-your-face, full-throttle Gigondas should be quasi-civilized by 1995, and absolutely delicious by the late nineties. Importer: Kermit Lynch, Berkeley, CA.