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2012 PESQUIER GIGONDAS
$24.99 BTL./$299.88 CASE
$24.99 BTL./$299.88 CASE
Don't make an error and miss this flavorful Rhone wine that was one of the highlights of my trip to France back in June. Yet another result of the strong dollar working in our favor. Having had a look back to find when the last time was when we were able to offer this wine at 25 beans and it turns out that it was for the 2004 vintage. We have been strong supporters of Domaine Pesquier's Gigondas since the 1995 vintage, and 2012 is the most miraculous wines that Domaine Pesquier has ever produced. You can access it now, and the feeling is that it'll never be undrinkable, but it will age stupendously!
Very complete. Marked by ample licorice, pronounced lavender, hot rock and a kiss of smoked meat, the aromas here are scary-impressive. Dominated by 75% Grenache and backed up nicely by 20% Syrah and 5% Mourvedre, this full-structured Rhone red is very seamless for a large wine. Exquisite grace and density of fruit, the texture is like a roller coaster at a great amusement park. Pretty irresistible, but deceptive grip and structure which the old vine depth of fruit and peppery notes submerges. Easily one of the most profound young Pesquier wines that Bryan has tasted in almost 20 years of buying, selling, cellaring and drinking this wine. The finish explodes and glides for an eternity with anise and lively provencal terroir. There is so much James Brown and D’Angelo soul emerging throughout. Ungodly stuff for the price point and I recommended that you drink some now and drink some later. Will age nicely for 15 years, enjoy with lamb or steak dishes as well as tomato-based preparations.
