Les Duclaux, Gigondas

The Duclaux family is a very old family from Châteauneuf-du-Pape whose last descendant, Emmeline, was the godmother of Florence. Died in 2001 and without continuity, Florence and Jean-Baptiste now take care of the estate.
In gratitude to Emmeline, and to give continuity to this line of winegrowers which only lasts in memory, we have chosen to offer "Les Duclaux" to broaden the range produced and the estate.

Hillsides shaped by the hand of man to accommodate the vines. Nestled at the foot of the Dentelles de Montmirail whose “roots” nourish those of the vines at the top of the appellation, Gigondas conceals wonders. The resulting gray limestone soils constitute structured and unique terroirs. (source Interrhone)

Well exposed hillsides, benefiting from the micro climate of the Trignon Valley. Gravel and limestone scree.

Manual harvest and partial destemming. Twice-daily pumping over and temperature control.