A great, complex and powerful wine
Presentation
Presentation
The Quiot family has been a winemaker since 1748. Today, Florence and Jean-Baptiste, the 13th generation is at the head of the estates which are all located in the Southern Rhône Valley and Provence.
It is a set made up of several domains, each having its own independence, its typicity, its soul, its history and its aromatic profile.
It is a set made up of several domains, each having its own independence, its typicity, its soul, its history and its aromatic profile.
Location
The cultivation of vines dates back to antiquity. If we attribute the creation of the first wine estates to veterans of the second Roman legion, the discovery of vats for storing wine constitutes another clue. We then note that the oldest written mention of a Gigondas vineyard dates from the 12th century. Gigondas was the first Côtes du Rhône Village to achieve the rank of Cru, on January 6, 1971.
Terroir
We have 3 terroirs:
- Clayey and limestone molasses.
- Alluvium with broken stones.
- Safres and sandstone.
- Clayey and limestone molasses.
- Alluvium with broken stones.
- Safres and sandstone.
Winemaking
Partial destemming. Vatting: 3 to 4 weeks. FML and wood breeding for one part.
Varietals
Grenache noir
Syrah
Mourvèdre
Syrah
Mourvèdre
Specifications
Advice
Serving
Not too cool to allow the fullness and richness of its aromas to express themselves.
Ageing potential
5 to 10 years
Tasting
Dark purple color. Aromas of dark fruits, leather and light spices. Silky on the palate with powerful tannins. Excellent length.
Food pairings
Lamb, truffle dishes. Red meats in sauce.
