Gigondas, One of The Rhone Valley’s Finest Red Wines

Map courtesy of Wine Folly.

Map courtesy of vins-rhone.com.

“Gigondas is one of the greats of the Rhône Valley vineyards, with a ‘je ne sais quoi’ that makes it unique. The deep-rooted bond between the winegrowers of Gigondas, the village, the terroir, the wines, and wine drinkers is the driving force behind our wines.” — Gigondas wine producer Henri-Claude Amadieu

In Gigondas, France, wine reflects the land and the people who nurture it. The unique terroir intertwines with the passion and dedication of the winegrowers, creating wines that offer a singular taste of one tiny corner of the planet. This link between the land and the people was clearly evident in the wines poured at a recent dinner and wine pairing in New York City. Several Gigondas wine producers, including Amadieu, who moderated the event, attended the event.

Gigondas: A Gem of the Rhône Valley

Photo: vins-rhône.com.

Gigondas is a small French village in the southern Rhône Valley with a population of 500 people. It’s also the namesake of the wine produced in this designated wine region. The town of Gigondas and its surrounding vineyards lie against the breathtaking backdrop of the Dentelles de Montmiral mountains. The climate here is predominantly Mediterranean, characterized by hot, dry weather and