(1/25/2022) "I loved the 2019 Gigondas Les Hautes Garrigues, one of the finest vintages of this cuvee under the helm of Benjamin Gras. Medium ruby-hued, with gorgeous meaty, peppery, Provencal aromatics, it needs plenty of air, and while it started out closed and reticent, it blossomed with time and shines for its purity and complexity. Full-bodied on the palate, with a concentrated mid-palate, flawless balance, and a great finish, it's going to benefit from 2-4 years of bottle age and keep for two decades. Maturity: 2024 - 2046."
(1/2023) "Deep ruby. Displays intensely perfumed red and blue fruit preserves, licorice, exotic spice, potpourri, smoky minerals and cured meat scents. Stains the palate with sweet boysenberry, cherry-cola, fruitcake and black cardamom flavors that smoothly meld depth and vivacity. Round, even tannins lend shape to the impressively long finish, which strongly repeats the floral and mineral notes. Drinking Window: 2025 - 2035."