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Domaine des Bosquets, Gigondas Le Lieu Dit 2022
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Reviewed by: Nicolas Greinacher
The gorgeous 2022 Gigondas Le Lieu Dit dazzles right away. Pronounced raspberry and strawberry notes mingle with scents of mango, fresh mint and a dash of white pepper. Look out for this single-varietal Grenache—it bursts with personality and complexity. Despite its 15.4% alcohol and full body, this 2022 red feels remarkably light on its feet. This cuvée emerges from 60-year-old vines grown on a parcel with a distinctive cooling influence, derived from its northwestern exposure at the edge of a forest. Fermentation included 30% whole clusters.
Reviewed by: Joe Czerwinski
Crafted from old Grenache Noir facing north, the 2022 Gigondas Le Lieu Dit reveals aromas of peonies, iris, smoke and a delicate touch of reduction. Medium to full-bodied, seamless and concentrated, it has a controlled power framed around velvety tannins and a long, spicy and elegant finish. This is a real success.
Reviewed by: James Suckling
Fleshy, driven and attractive, with aromas of red cherries, ripe strawberries, warm spices and a hint of leather. Full-bodied with plush tannins. Ample and lively, with a dense stream of berries and spices on the palate. Fleshy and slightly punchy in the long, flavorful finish. From organically grown grapes. Drink or hold.
About the Producer
Domaine des Bosquets is a family-owned estate located in the Gigondas appellation of the Southern Rhône Valley in France. The domain has been in the hands of the Guigal family for over a century, who have dedicated themselves to cultivating exceptional Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre grapes on their picturesque, terraced vineyards. Through meticulous viticultural practices and traditional winemaking techniques, the Guigals craft powerful yet elegant Gigondas red wines that showcase the unique terroir of their estate. Known for their remarkable concentration, complexity, and age-worthiness, the wines of Domaine des Bosquets have earned the domain a sterling reputation among Rhône wine enthusiasts worldwide.
