Romain Duvernay 2010 Gigondas

A rare find, this Gigondas is from the monumental 2010 vintage and is beuatifully soft and supple. Romain Duvenay is a talented oenologist associated with the company NewRhône Millésimes, known as one of the finest palates of the regions by his peers.After perfecting his art in Bordeaux, in Languedoc and Burgundy and while working for a national restaurant trade distributor, he quickly fell in love with all the wines of the Rhône Valley.

Knowing all the finest points of grape varieties and terroirs, in 2010 Romain Duvernay creates the brand which bears his name, showcasing his talent equally with appellations from the north and the south of the Rhône Valley and this 2010 Gigondas is an excellent selection from his line up. 80% Grenache, 10% Syrah and 10% Mourvedre, it shows deep red color and a powerful  and  expressive nose of  black  fruits with  a  hint  of spice followed by notes of wild strawberries and licorice.Velvety and full on the palate with silky and detectable tannins. A very well-balanced  wine, all the more beautiful form extended bottle age.