2021 Tardieu Laurent Old Vine Gigondas

92 Points James Suckling
In stock
An intense and explosive Gigondas from the stars at Tardieu Laurent. Minerally black fruits along with delicate florals and spice are packed into a vibrant and open, juicy Gigondas with lots of early appeal as well as a good life ahead in cellar. From Grenache vines of up to more than 100 years old, this stunning wine offers real depth as well as classical sophistication.
$65.99 in mixed 6+ or $73.99 per bottle

Grape

Usually about 90% Grenache (60 to over 100 years old), 5% Mourvèdre (60 to over 100 years old), 5% Syrah (over 40 years old)

Its Origins

Domaine Tardieu-Laurent was established in 1994. It is a partnership between Dominique Laurent, a former pattisier (and with the girth to go with it) and one of the hottest names in Burgundy, and Michel Tardieu, a dynamic young winemaker. Tardieu-Laurent is an extremely unusual operation in that they are a négociant only, buying young wines from growers all over the Rhône, which they mature and blend before bottling. They own no vineyards and don't buy grapes, only wine. Tardieu-Laurent is very much an "artisan" producer, making between half a dozen and 20 or so barrels of each wine. The majority of the wines are from the southern Rhône although superb cuvees of Cote Rôtie and Hermitage are also produced. The wines are all aged in small oak casks (often 100% new) and bottled with no fining nor filtration. Michel Tardieu proclaims himself as a confirmed terroirist, insisting that his aim with each appellation is to express powerfully the fruit and sense of place, never masking these factors with wood.

What The Critics Say

92/100 James Suckling

"Charming nose of cherries, plums, blueberries and mild spices. Medium body with fine tannins and fresh acidity. Juicy yet there is texture and weight on the mid-palate. Well-composed and flavorful. Drink or hold."

16+/20 Jancis Robinson MW

"Bright crimson. Fragrant, floral note. Lifted. The first wine of this range in which I sense a little bit of oak influence, even though none is new. "90% Grenache, 5% Mourvèdre (both aged 60–100 years), 5% Syrah (aged >40 years). From Pied-Gü, La Bouïssière, Les Dentelles and Le Cayron. 75% whole bunch. Aged for 10 months in one- and two-year-old barrels then 12 months in foudre. Cask sample." Drink 2025 - 2034

Variety Grenache Syrah Mourvedre Blend
Region Rhone Valley
Closure Cork
Volume 750ml
Alcohol 14.50%
Maturity 2025 - 2034

This Wine Goes Well With

with BEEF
with GAME
with LAMB

Taste

4

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