Gigondas Le Secret des Dentelles 2016

This négoce has turned out a solid 2016 Gigondas Secrets des Dentelles, a blend of 70% Grenache, 20% Syrah and 10% Mourvèdre aged in a mix of concrete tanks and used barriques. It's medium to full-bodied, without the voluptuousness of some others but with bright cherry fruit, a streamlined feel in the mouth and a decent finish.

A terrific looking barrel sample, the 2016 Gigondas Secret Des Dentelles offers a complex bouquet of dried flowers, forest floor, spice, and both black raspberry and black cherry-like fruit. With medium body, sweet tannins, and a balanced, beautifully elegant profile, it should drink nicely right out of the gate yet also evolve nicely for 8-10 years.