Domaine de Terme Gigondas (75cl, 15%)

Domaine de Terme Gigondas is a Southern Rhône red wine from Gigondas, produced by Domaine de Terme. The estate practices manual harvesting and traditional vinification with extended cuvaisons. The wine avoids barrique aging and spends three years maturing in vat. The Tradition cuvée is built on Grenache and Syrah, while the Réserve incorporates Mourvèdre at roughly 80% Grenache, 10% Mourvèdre and 10% Syrah. Aromas include dark berries, garrigue herbs, thyme, peppery spice, undergrowth, tobacco, menthol and eucalyptus. The palate is silky with blackberry, licorice and earthy terracotta notes, framed by fine tannins and vibrant acidity.