Gigondas: Domaine Saint Gayan ‘Origine’

Powerful, brooding, uncompromising Rhône wine with great intensity and depth of flavour

The 34 hectare Domaine Saint Gayan holds 12 hectares in the Meffre family’s home village of Gigondas and is now run largely by Julie Meffre and her husband Christian Yves Carré de Lusançay. The Meffres have been vignerons at Gigondas since the 17th Century and have played a key role in the success of the appellation. Roger Meffre (Julie’s grandfather) was president of the Syndicat des Vignerons de Gigondas and was instrumental in winning Appellation Contrôllée status for Gigondas.

This superb Gigondas from Domaine Saint Gayan is a reference point for the appellation, made from a traditional blend of 80% Grenache, 15% Syrah, 5% Mourvèdre that is vinified in cement vats prior to blending and bottling. Concentrated cherry and plum flavours with a touch of spice and soft tannins – drink now, or will cellar well for a decade or more.

Colour – Red
Producer – Domaine Saint Gayan
Country – France
Region – Rhône
Vegan – No
ABV – 14.5%
Grapes – Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre
Vintage – 2020
Sustainability – Non-Organic
Female Winemaker – Yes
Food Pairings – Beef, Mushrooms, Game, Lamb