Santa Duc, Gigondas other_regions_australia black cherry

black cherry

subtle spice and ample earth notes combines with rich

crushed flowers and graphite give the 2016 an element of exoticism that is impossible to miss

The palate offers limited sweetness

This has the legs to age well over the medium to even longer-term but should drink reasonably well young if desired

Santa Duc, Gigondas other_regions_australia black cherryThe still tannic, structured and firm 2005 Gigondas, even now at 10, needs further cellaring. Graphite, crushed rock, black fruits and smoked herbs all emerge from this medium to full bodied, tight, yet concentrated and masculine styled Gigondas that has impressive purity and length. I continue to believe in this wine, and think it needs another 2 3 years of cellaring, but it's certainly taking its time to come around.