Description: Gigondas .1871 Les Jardinières 2023 Mise Tardive | Gour de Chaulé
The Gigondas Les Jardinières 2023 – Mise Tardive is a cuvée from Domaine du Gour de Chaulé, a family-owned estate founded in 1900 and now managed by Paul Fumoso, the founder’s great-great-grandson. True to its history and the terroir of the Rhône wines, the estate offers this cuvée, bottled later than its classic version, to reveal greater complexity and tension. This unique approach makes all the difference on the palate.
Terroir and Grape Varieties
The vines for Gigondas Les Jardinières 2023 – Mise Tardive grow on sandy soils resting on limestone subsoils, lending the wine finesse and freshness. Grenache Noir (80%) dominates the blend, complemented by Syrah (10%), Mourvèdre (6%), and Cinsault (4%), which contribute structure, depth, and floral delicacy. With an average age of 50 to 60 years, the vines produce low-yield grapes, prioritizing concentration and the expression of the terroir.
Viticulture and Winemaking
Certified organic by Ecocert since 2020, the estate favors a natural approach, with hand-harvesting and fermentation using indigenous yeasts. Aged for 18 months in large oak casks and concrete tanks, without fining or filtration, the wine then undergoes additional aging before bottling, thereby gaining finesse and complexity.
Gigondas .1871 Les Jardinières 2023 Mise Tardive | Gour de Chaulé: The Sommelier’s Review
Philippe Mischler, sommelier at Mundovin
Within the Gigondas appellation, Les Jardinières 2023 – Mise Tardive stands out for its old vines, low yields, and the care taken in its production. Dominated by Grenache, this characterful wine reveals its full complexity after an hour of decanting at 16°C. Already a pleasure to drink, it also has excellent aging potential and will continue to evolve over the years.
The Nose
The nose opens with aromas of ripe red fruits, such as morello cherry and plum, accompanied by notes of garrigue and a floral touch of peony and violet. Hints of black pepper and licorice round out the profile, adding finesse without any heaviness.
Palate
On the palate, the wine captivates with its supple and velvety attack. The body is full, supported by silky, well-integrated tannins after 18 months of aging. A lovely freshness brings balance, while the long, slightly spicy finish prolongs the fruit aromas.
Gigondas: Everything You Need to Know About This Appellation
Located at the foot of the Dentelles de Montmirail in the southern Rhône Valley, the Gigondas appellation is renowned for its red wines dominated by Grenache Noir, complemented by Syrah and Mourvèdre. The diversity of its soils—ranging from clay-limestone to sand and sandstone—produces wines that combine power, freshness, and minerality.
Les Jardinières 2023 – Mise Tardive is a fine example of this. Made from old vines planted on sandy soils, this Gigondas stands out for its structure and complexity. A wine with character, it expresses the full richness of its terroir and has excellent aging potential.
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