Even better is the 2007 Gigondas Les Racines Vieilles Vignes. Its dense
ruby/purple hue is accompanied by an extraordinary bouquet of black
raspberries, kirsch, licorice, crushed rocks, and flowers. Full-bodied
with sensational texture, purity, and length as well as remarkable
elegance and freshness, this stunning Gigondas can be enjoyed over the
next 15-20 years. Bravo!
"Partners Daniel Brunier and Kermit
Lynch impeccably run this estate. I should also give a nod to Kermit
Lynch’s latest musical endeavor, his brilliant CD called Man’s
Temptation, which I highly recommend (particularly the song Gare de
Lyon). Les Pallieres’ 2008s are two of the finest Gigondas I tasted in
what is a very mediocre vintage for that appellation."
