Gigognan-Chateauneuf Du Pape Rouge Terre Ferme 2021
Chateau Gigognan Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rouge Terre Ferme 2021 is an impressive and structured red wine from the iconic Châteauneuf-du-Pape area. The wine is made from a unique composition of classic grapes, where 60% Grenache , 25% Syrah , 10% Cinsault and 5% Clairette Rose have been harvested and fermented together to achieve maximum harmony and complexity. The grapes come from old vines that grow on the edge of the special site "Terre Ferme" and draw on the area's rich soil of limestone and clay, giving the wine a characterful and refined mineral profile.
Vinification
Chateau Gigognan works exclusively with manual harvesting, and the vinification takes place with care in the vineyard. After hand-picking, the grapes undergo a controlled fermentation in concrete tulip vats, followed by hot maceration, which intensifies flavor and structure. The wine is then matured for 12 months in barrels and a further 6 months in concrete vats, which gives it a deep and well-integrated taste.
Tasting notes
Aroma : A deep and enticing aroma of dark berries, such as blackberry and blackcurrant, combined with notes of licorice, herbs and a hint of forest floor. In addition, the limestone minerality highlights a fresh and salty note, which creates an extra dimension in the fragrance.
Taste : On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and complex with a rich flavor profile. Dark fruit nuances, spicy elements such as black pepper and licorice, and subtle earthy notes are characteristic of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. The tannins are elegant and slightly powdery, which gives a refined texture and accentuates the wine's long, harmonious aftertaste.
Aftertaste : The aftertaste is persistent and full-bodied with a straight structure that reveals a beautiful balance between fruit, tannin and minerality. The mineral limestone character creates tension on the palate, which is rounded off with an elegant, salty finish.
Recommendations
Enjoy this wine at 18°C and let it open up in the glass for the full experience. Chateau Gigognan Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rouge Terre Ferme 2021 is ideal to accompany robust dishes such as grilled meat, game or mature cheeses. The wine will develop further complexity from its third or fourth year and has an aging potential of 8-10 years .