Tradition Gigondas AOP - Francois Xavier Lambert

Tradition Gigondas AOP - Francois Xavier LambertThe barrel-aged Tradition Gigondas from the Rhône Valley wine-growing region reveals itself in a dense purple-red color in the glass. This French cuvée reveals wonderfully expressive notes of blackberry, redcurrant, blueberry and plum in the glass. There are also hints of animal notes, toasted wood and forest floor. On the palate, Tradition Gigondas by Francois Xavier Lambert starts off wonderfully aromatic, fruity and balanced. The texture of this powerful red wine is wonderfully velvety on the palate. On the finish, this wine from the Rhône Valley wine-growing region, which ages well, finally impresses with its considerable length. Once again, there are hints of sour cherry and plum. Mineral notes from the clay and gravel-dominated soils are added to the finish. Vinification of Francois Xavier Lambert Tradition Gigondas The basis for the powerful Tradition Gigondas from France are grapes from the Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah varieties. The grapes grow under optimal conditions in the Rhône Valley. Here, the vines dig their roots deep into soils of clay, limestone and gravel. After the harvest, the grapes are immediately taken to the press house. Here they are selected and carefully broken up. This is followed by fermentation in concrete and large wood at controlled temperatures. At the end of this process, the powerful Tradition Gigondas is matured for 24 months in French oak barrels. Dining recommendation for the Tradition Gigondas from Francois Xavier Lambert This red wine from France is best enjoyed at a temperature of 15 - 18°C with stuffed peppers, ossobuco or spicy curry with lamb. <p