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2017 Gigondas “Racines”

Domaine Les Pallières
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The domaine’s oldest vines and 80% Grenache in the blend are the fundamentals of Racines. Of the two Les Pallières bottlings, this is the one that typically is open younger in its life. The tannins are soft, and the fruit is pure and elegant. Underlying that, though, is something dark and profound—a savory character reminiscent of tapenade. Don’t count it out as a candidate for your cellar.

Clark Z. Terry


Technical Information
Wine Type: red
Vintage: 2017
Bottle Size: 750mL
Blend: 80% Grenache 15% Syrah – Cinsault (co-planted) 5% Clairette
Appellation: Gigondas
Country: France
Region: Southern Rhône
Producer: Les Pallières
Winemaker: Frédéric & Daniel Brunier
Vineyard: 65 years average
Soil: Red sandy clay, Limestone, Scree
Aging: Ages in cuves for 10 months, then in foudres for 7-9 months
Farming: Organic (practicing)
Alcohol: 14.5%

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