Famille Perrin Gigondas La Gille 2021

This dry red wine from the AOC Gigondas, crafted by Famille Perrin, is characterized by its elegant and deep profile. It offers a complex aromatic bouquet of blackberries, vanilla, and spices, complemented by a velvety texture and a long finish.

Key facts

• Grape variety: Grenache, Syrah
• D.O. / Region: AOC Gigondas, Rhône
• Winery: Famille Perrin
• Soil / Altitude: Limestone and sandy soils
• Ageing / Cellaring potential: 12 months in foudres and oak barrels

The vineyard

The vines are grown in Gigondas, benefiting from a cool air current that flows through the valley. The limestone and sandy soils impart a distinct refinement to the Grenache, with some ancient pre-phylloxera plots still thriving in the sandy areas.

Ideal combination

Meat

Meat dishes pair well with full-bodied red wines — they enhance the flavour and soften the richness.

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Poultry

Poultry works with light white wines — Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc — or soft reds like Pinot Noir, Grenache.

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Cheese

Cheeses pair well with wine: hard cheeses with reds, soft and blue cheeses with whites and fortified wines.

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Winemaking

Following careful selection, the grapes undergo an extended maceration with manual punching down to ensure round, fine tannins. The wine is then aged for one year in traditional foudres and oak barrels.

Why buy it

If you are looking for a cellar-worthy wine with classic Rhône typicity, this bottle will make an excellent addition to your collection. Its balanced structure and aromatic complexity make it perfect for special occasions. You can buy Famille Perrin Gigondas La Gille 2021 online directly from our boutique.