Red Wines A.O.C. Gigondas

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The red wines A.O.C. Gigondas are produced in the Rhône region, in the south of France. These wines are known for their robust, concentrated character and great aging potential.

What red grape varieties are there in the A.O.C. Gigondas?

At the Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée Gigondas, several red grape varieties are grown. The main varieties used in the production of red wines in Gigondas are Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre. The Grenache is the dominant grape and brings fruitiness, body, and warmth to the wine. The Syrah adds spicy notes, structure, and dark fruit flavors, while the Mourvèdre adds complexity, firm tannins, and earthy aromas.

These varieties are blended in different proportions depending on the style of each producer, but in general, Gigondas red wines are known for their robust character, aromatic intensity, and ageability.

In addition to these main varieties, other red grape varieties are also allowed to a lesser extent, such as Cinsault and Counoise.


How are A.O.C. Gigondas?

The red wines A.O.C. Gigondas are made following a specific process that highlights their character and quality.

The grapes are harvested by hand at the optimum moment of ripeness. The manual harvest allows a careful selection of the grapes, guaranteeing their quality.

The bunches of grapes are destemmed to separate the grapes from the stems. This avoids adding astringent flavors from the stems to the must.

The must, which contains the destemmed grapes, is placed in fermentation tanks. Fermentation can be carried out with natural yeasts or selected yeasts. During this process, the sugar present in the must is converted into alcohol, and flavors, color and tannins are extracted from the skins of the grapes.

After fermentation, the must and the skins of the grapes are kept in contact for a period of additional maceration. This allows for greater extraction of color, tannins, and aromatic compounds from the skins, which contributes to the structure and character of the wine.

The red wines A.O.C. Gigondas generally go through a period of aging in oak barrels, which can last from 12 to 24 months. During this time, the wine softens, flavors integrate, and complexity and elegance develop.

Gigondas wines are made primarily from the Garnacha (Grenache) grape variety and can be complemented by other varieties, such as Syrah and Mourvèdre. The blend of varieties brings complexity and balance to the final wine.

Finally, the wine is bottled and can continue to mature in the bottle before being marketed.

 

It is worth mentioning that each winery and producer may have their own variations and specific production methods, which contributes to the diversity and quality of A.O.C. red wines. Gigondas.

With what can we accompany the red wines of A.O.C. Gigondas?

The red wines of A.O.C. Gigondas are known for their structure, potency, and intense flavors. They are wines that pair very well with rich and tasty dishes. To accompany them, you can opt for roasted or grilled red meats, such as a juicy steak or a ribeye.

They are also an excellent choice to accompany game dishes, such as deer stew or roast partridge. Their robustness and character make them ideal for combining with strong, mature cheeses, such as blue cheese or aged goat cheese.

 

In summary, the red wines of A.O.C. Gigondas are the perfect complement to intense and tasty dishes that highlight their structure and power.

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