Gigondas .7 Le Gour 2024 Gour de Chaulé | Rhône

Description: Gigondas .7 Le Gour 2024 | Gour de Chaulé

The Gigondas Le Gour 2024 is the flagship wine of Domaine du Gour de Chaulé. It comes from a 0.8-hectare plot located on the hillsides of Gigondas. This historic estate, founded in the 19th century, is now run by Paul Fumoso, who took over from his mother, Stéphanie. While wines from this appellation are often blends of grapes from multiple plots, Le Gour focuses on expressing the character of a single terroir. Produced in limited quantities, it captivates with its unique character and is in high demand.

Terroir and Grape Varieties

The Le Gour plot sits on safres, crumbly limestone sands typical of certain southern Rhône hillsides. Well-drained and nutrient-poor, this soil encourages deep root growth and produces wines of great finesse. The 80-year-old Grenache vines naturally yield low harvests, contributing to the wine’s concentration and precision. The cuvée is composed of Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, and Cinsault—a blend that accurately expresses the character of this vineyard.

Viticulture and Winemaking

Certified organic since 2020, the estate favors a minimally interventionist approach. The grapes are harvested by hand, and 25% of the clusters are vinified whole—a proportion adjusted each year based on the grapes’ ripeness. This method preserves the fruit’s freshness and lends finesse to the tannins. Fermentation takes place with native yeasts, and the wine is then aged for 18 months in a concrete egg, without any oak aging. Finally, it is bottled without fining or filtration. Under Paul Fumoso’s guidance, the focus is on gentle extraction, allowing the terroir to express itself with precision and elegance.

Gigondas .7 Le Gour 2024 | Gour de Chaulé: The Sommelier’s Review

Philippe Mischler, sommelier at Mundovin

With Le Gour 2024, Domaine du Gour de Chaulé offers a refined interpretation of Gigondas, an appellation often known for its powerful and structured wines. Made from old Grenache vines planted on sandy loam and aged in concrete eggs, this wine emphasizes freshness and the expression of the terroir. An elegant Gigondas that combines finesse and character. When young, decanting it for an hour at 16°C will allow it to fully reveal its aromas.

The Nose

The nose reveals delicate notes of violet and wild rose, accompanied by fresh, expressive raspberry. A hint of blood orange adds depth, while subtle notes of pine and menthol round out the profile. A fresh, floral bouquet, full of finesse.

On the Palate

On the palate, the wine captivates with its finesse and silky tannins. The Grenache contributes a lovely body, balanced by a mineral freshness and a slight hint of saltiness. The finish lingers elegantly with notes of sweet spices and flowers, creating a harmonious and delicate whole.

Gigondas: An Appellation in the Southern Rhône

Located at the foot of the Dentelles de Montmirail, the Gigondas appellation is known for its full-bodied, structured reds, dominated by Grenache and characterized by aromas of garrigue and spices. With Le Gour 2024, Domaine du Gour de Chaulé offers a refined interpretation of this style. Made from old Grenache vines planted on the sandy safres of the Le Gour site and aged in concrete eggs, this wine emphasizes freshness, precision, and the expression of the terroir. It showcases another facet of Gigondas—elegant and full of character.