2007 Gigondas, La Gille, Domaine Perrin Père et Fils

The Perrins are attempting to fashion a wine of Burgundian charm, and the supple blueberry, raspberry and compote notes signal a conspicuous success. Purity and power are skilfully juxtaposed in this unexpectedly elegant style of Gigondas.

The 2007 Gigondas Le Gille is performing even better than it was last year. A 2,500-case blend of 80% Grenache and 20% Syrah grown in sandy soils, it exhibits sweet tannins, beautifully rich black raspberry and black cherry fruit intermixed with unmistakable minerality, and full body. It was obviously harvested at full phenolic maturity, and should age nicely for 10-15+ years.
(Robert Parker - Wine Advocate - Oct-2009)