After a whole series of dry, actually far too dry, vintages in the southern Rhône, in which the deep-rooted old vines were essential for the production of outstanding wines, 2021 was completely different. A classic vintage that reminded many experienced winegrowers of the grape harvests in the 1990s, this time the physiological ripeness of the grapes set in so late. Brightly colored, purple in the glass, seductively floral on the nose, with lots of red fruit like raspberries. Plums, black cherries and figs on the palate. Buttery-soft tannins even in their youthful stage, sweet-tart spices such as allspice, cloves and licorice complement the massive fruitiness of this classic Gigondas.