Mason Balistreri 
Sommelier, International Wine Guild; Balistreri Vineyard; Sales, Joy Wine and Spirits
9.5
A gigondas made in the traditional style which is becoming increasingly rare. The estate has been passed down through the women of the Bonfils family since 1900, and they practice non-intervention - meaning minimal sulpher and also no destemming, no filtering, and no fining. The wine itself is incredibly unique and shows more complexity than the more well know producers. I was getting tons of sour, wild cherries and earthy, spice notes with body and power - and an edge that can't really be described. You should try one because it's different and it's also delicious.
A gigondas made in the traditional style which is becoming increasingly rare. The estate has been passed down through the women of the Bonfils family since 1900, and they practice non-intervention - meaning minimal sulpher and also no destemming, no filtering, and no fining. The wine itself is incredibly unique and shows more complexity than the more well know producers. I was getting tons of sour, wild cherries and earthy, spice notes with body and power - and an edge that can't really be described. You should try one because it's different and it's also delicious.
Aug 12th, 2015
Loving this in 375 format. A ways to go, but it's in a good place of earth and fruit.
Loving this in 375 format. A ways to go, but it's in a good place of earth and fruit.
Dec 13th, 2014
Delicious, very traditional Gigondas. Wild sour cherries, and slightly smokey touch. 2009 vintage is drinking wonderfully.
Delicious, very traditional Gigondas. Wild sour cherries, and slightly smokey touch. 2009 vintage is drinking wonderfully.
Aug 14th, 2015
Ripe berries, floral, light spice, creamy mouthfeel- great overall balance. Gigondas delivers QPR once again!
Ripe berries, floral, light spice, creamy mouthfeel- great overall balance. Gigondas delivers QPR once again!
Jul 21st, 2015
Gigondas, Southern Rhône, Rhône, France
