Santa Duc, Gigondas Les Hautes Garrigues 2017

Crafted from the estate’s oldest vines, a blend of Grenache and Mourvèdre from the plateau in front of the village, the 2017 Gigondas Les Hautes Garrigues opens with subtle notes of smoke and crushed stone on the nose, accompanied by aromas of dark plums and black cherries. On the palate, it exhibits a firm, full-bodied structure, supported by ripe tannins and concentrated fruit that suggests its potential for aging over a decade. The long, intense finish reveals additional layers of flavor, including hints of star anise and cracked pepper.