Presentation
Nestled in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Château Gigognan is a prestigious estate that enjoys an exceptional terroir of rolled pebbles, sand, and deep clay. The Mediterranean climate further enhances the ripening of its emblematic grapes: Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre. The estate is certified organic and places great importance on sustainable vineyard practices and manual harvesting, ensuring high-quality grapes and healthy soils. In the winery, vinification is tailored to each parcel to highlight terroir typicity. Aging in oak barrels adds complexity while preserving natural elegance and structure. The reds offer intense black fruit, garrigue, and spice aromas with long, refined finishes, while the whites are fresh, nuanced, and expressive. A benchmark for fine Châteauneuf-du-Pape.
Location
A lieu-dit planted with century-old vines, located in the commune of Bédarrides and recognized as one of the historic great terroirs of the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation.
Terroir
Clay-limestone soils provide essential water and mineral balance.
In the vineyard
The vineyard is managed with great care: regular soil tilling, sustainable farming methods, and strict yield control. Parcels are carefully selected, and harvest is carried out manually or mechanically depending on the vintage and ripeness level.
Harvest
The vines are cultivated for low yields, sourced from a precise parcel selection.
Winemaking
Whole-cluster pressing is long and delicate, allowing for a gentle extraction of the finest juice. After cold static settling, the musts are directly transferred to oak barrels (20% new) and amphorae (15%) for fermentation.
Ageing
Aged on full lees for 9 months to enhance texture and aromatic complexity.
Varietals
Grenache blanc
Clairette Blanche
Roussanne
Bourboulenc
Piquepoul
Specifications
Serving
Serve between 12 and 14°C.
Ageing potential
5 to 10 years
Tasting
Crystal-clear with brilliant shine, this wine presents a complex bouquet of quince, freesia, lemongrass, and anise. Voluptuous on the palate, it captivates with its vibrant freshness and mouthwatering saline character. A wine of precision and flair, perfect for refined food pairings. Enjoy it in its youth or cellar for up to 10 years.
Food pairings
This wine will pair beautifully with salmon, seared tuna tataki, citrus-glazed trout fillet, or sea bass en croûte. It also complements poultry in morel cream sauce and truffle pasta. On the cheese side, try it with Mont d'Or or Saint Félicien. For dessert, serve it with a strawberry tart, Paris-Brest, Russian cake, or crème brûlée.
