Peter Maude Fine Wines
2023, Domaine Brusset, GIGONDAS, 'Les Hauts de Montmirail'
$72
Blend: Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre.
The 2023 Gigondas Les Hauts De Montmirail is cut from the same cloth yet brings a touch more Syrah character in its darker berries, peppery herbs, graphite, and crushed stone-like aromatics. It's full-bodied, concentrated, has remarkable purity, and a gorgeous finish. This cuvée is 50% Grenache, 30% Syrah, and the rest Mourvèdre that's from higher elevation, terraced parcels. It was destemmed and aged in 50% new French oak casks. 96 Jeb Dunnuck (2024).
Dark cherry fruit with a touch of dark chocolate at the base, light toasted notes and a fine sprig of rosemary. Very nice definition on the palate with lingering fruits wrapped around the integrated barrel notes. 95 Miquel Hudin (2025).