2023 Gigondas Hauts Lieux, Domaine des Bosquets

• Style: Grenache-led Southern Rhône Red Blend
• Taste: Violet and cherry with supple depth, fresh grip, herbal finish
• Food: Roasted duck, stewed beef, hard cheeses, game
• Occasion: Date Night; Gifting; Cellar Worthy
• Serve: Slightly chilled; medium-bodied at 14.5% abv

In the Glass — Tasting Notes

Violet and simmered cherry lift the nose with restraint and grace, opening into a supple, seamless mid-palate where tannins grip with quiet confidence. Grenache anchors the 65% blend, while Mourvèdre and Syrah add structure and spice without overwhelming the wine's inherent refinement. Brighter cherry and herbal impressions linger long and clean, with excellent balance throughout.

The Winery — Domaine des Bosquets

Long regarded as one of the finest expressions of Southern Rhône character, Domaine des Bosquets is now run by Julien Bréchet, who took over the family operation in 2010 and has swiftly established himself among the Rhône Valley's rising stars. Known for wines of finesse, Bréchet hand-picks earlier and uses partial whole-bunch fermentation with gentle handling to preserve freshness. The 2023 spent 12 months in a mix of 228L and larger oak barrels (400–600L) before a final year in concrete, allowing limestone-marl terroir to shine without oak dominance. The challenging vintage—wet spring, summer hail and drought—yielded notably rewarding results with excellent balance. Vegan and organic in production, the wine sits at 14.5% abv in the medium-bodied realm.

At Your Table — Food Pairing & Serving

Roasted duck, stewed beef, and herbed meat dishes are natural partners; hard cheeses and mushrooms work beautifully too. A slight chill enhances the wine's elegant profile. This is a marker of what the region delivers at its best, representing the calibre of work that justifies Gigondas' reputation. The wine rewards cellaring gracefully for a decade or more, making it perfect for gifting or personal collection. Explore further with our Grenache & Garnacha selections and discover the same commitment to refinement running through Bréchet's portfolio, alongside the rest of our France range.