WINE DESCRIPTION
Olivier & Lafont Gigondas is a dry red wine that is made in a rich, ripe, and round style. The wine comes from from the Gigondas appellation in the Rhône Valley, France, and has a similar style to wines from the neighboring Chateauneuf-du-Pape appellation. Olivier & Lafont is a negociant business, the combination of two local consultant winemakers who buy grapes to make their own wine on the side. The wine is a blend of 90% Grenache and 10% Syrah and is fermented and aged in concrete for a fresher take on the region. This is a good value choice for those seeking a alternative to a classic French region for Thanksgiving turkey.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
The Olivier & Lafont Gigondas is a remarkable wine with a rich and complex character.It is produced in the Gigondas appellation of the Rhône Valley in France, known for its exceptional red wines. On the nose, this wine offers enticing aromas of red berries, such as strawberry and cherry, accompanied by hints of licorice and dried herbs. The palate is full-bodied with a mouthcoating texture, and silky tannins that are balanced by fresh acidity. The finish shows mild development notes of prunes with a touch of leather. This wine will hold for up to 10 years from vintage and can be enjoyed with roast goose or turkey.
EXPERT RATING
4.6
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2027
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Fragrant
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Firm
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (2)
Shiraz/Syrah
Grenache
ORIGINS
Winery: Olivier & Lafont
Region: Rhone
The Rhone wine region is located in southeastern France. It runs along the Rhone River roughly from Lyon in the north to Avignon in the south. It is divided into two main sub-regions: the Northern Rhone, running from Lyon to Montelimar, and the Southern Rhone, from Montelimar to Avignon. Although wines of all color are made, both regions are most famous for thier red wine. The Northern Rhone is known for its full-bodied red wines made from Syrah grapes with the possible inclusion of some white grapes, while the Southern Rhone is known for its blends of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre grapes. The region has a long history of wine production, dating back to the ancient Romans with the sites of some former Roman vineyards being replanted surrounding the town of Vienne.CUSTOMER RATING
4.2
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