Grand Bourjassot 2022 Gigondas

The Grand Bourjassot 2022 Gigondas is a powerful yet elegant Southern Rhône red that reflects the rugged beauty of the Dentelles de Montmirail foothills. Built on old-vine Grenache with supporting Rhône varieties, it delivers intense dark fruit, warm spice, and mineral depth framed by structured tannins. Rich yet balanced, this wine captures the classic style of Gigondas—bold, expressive, and capable of both immediate enjoyment and graceful aging.

Origins & Craftsmanship

Domaine du Grand Bourjassot is a family-run estate located on the western slopes of Gigondas in the Southern Rhône Valley, founded in 1993 and now run by Cécile Varenne, who expanded the vineyards and refined the estate’s winemaking approach.

• Appellation
  • Gigondas AOC, Southern Rhône Valley, France
  • Gigondas is considered one of the Rhône’s most prestigious villages, known for powerful Grenache-based wines grown on hillside vineyards beneath the Dentelles de Montmirail.
• Vineyards
  • The estate farms parcels averaging over 65 years of vine age, contributing remarkable concentration and depth of flavor.
  • Soils are primarily limestone and rocky clay, providing structure and mineral lift.
• Blend Composition
  • Typical vineyard composition is approximately:
  • 70% Grenache
  • 22% Syrah
  • 8% Mourvèdre
• Viticulture
  • Vines are farmed with organic principles, emphasizing minimal chemical intervention and sustainable vineyard practices.
• Winemaking
  • Grapes are hand-harvested and fermented with natural yeasts.
  • Fermentation often incorporates whole clusters for additional aromatic complexity.
  • The wine is primarily aged in tank, preserving freshness and purity of fruit.

Production is relatively small, with roughly 700 cases annually, reinforcing the wine’s artisanal character.

Critics Reviews

Wine Enthusiast notes that the wine shows “an energetic nose of ripe red cherry, clove, white pepper, and baking spice,” with a polished palate where red licorice and fruit integrate with developing tannins and structure.

Earlier vintages from the estate have also received strong critical recognition, including 92 points from Vinous critic Josh Raynolds, highlighting the wine’s detailed fruit and structured finish.

Tasting Profile

Nose:
Expressive aromas of ripe cherry, blackberry, white pepper, clove, and Provençal herbs.

Palate:
Full-bodied with flavors of dark berry, plum, licorice, and warm baking spice supported by firm Rhône tannins.

Finish:
Long and structured with lingering red fruit, savory spice, and mineral lift.

Quick Overview

Recommended Service

Decanting:
Recommended 45–60 minutes to soften tannins and open aromatics.

Serving Temperature:
60–65°F (15–18°C)

Food Pairings:
Grilled lamb, rosemary-roasted meats, braised beef, wild mushroom dishes, or aged cheeses.