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Famille Perrin Gigondas L'Argnée 2016

Gigondas AOC

Wine Advocate called the 2015 of this “the Chambolle of Gigondas”, comparing it with the finest Burgundy. Using grapes from amazing, 130 year old vines, L’Argnée has elegance, length and outstanding complexity. A masterpiece from the Perrin family.

Beyond the Label

Tasting notes

Sweet spiced plum and cherry liqueur with a minerally finish

Aroma

Concentrated raspberry and blackcurrant with liquorice hints

Famille Perrin Gigondas L'Argnée 2016

More information

  • 13.5% ABV
  • 10.13 Units
  • 750.00 ml
  • 31 December, 2026

Gigondas is a little village nestled high in the hills of the southern Rhône, and gives its name to one of the region’s best reds. As Jancis Robinson MW notes, the southern Rhône offers “excellent value – the best wines are remarkably similar to Châteauneuf du Pape.” L’Argnée is from the Perrin family, owners of Château de Beaucastel, the flagship estate of the southern Rhône, dating back to 1549. This is their finest cuvée of Gigondas. A believer in biodynamic viticulture, Marc Perrin selected the grapes from a small parcel of 130 year old vines grown on deep sand that gives the Grenache a wonderful floral character. It’s no lightweight either: great for drinking now, it’ll stay sensational for a few years yet. Perfect for fine roast beef.

"Delicate berry fruit and finishing with amazing elegance and length. It is the Chambolle of Gigondas" Wine Advocate
Review for 2015 vintage
Map showing Gigondas AOC
Tasting note information