Ogier Gigondas Les Dentelles 2021 Rated 92JS

James Suckling Review
Rated 92
An abundance of cherries, cassis and crushed blackberries on the nose with wet stones as well. Medium to full body with fine, firm tannins. Precise and dense with a vibrant peppery finish. Drink or hold.

Ogier Gigondas Les Dentelles 2021

A powerful, classically structured Gigondas, Ogier’s 2021 Les Dentelles channels the rugged beauty of the Dentelles de Montmirail with dark fruit, savory spice, and the hallmark depth of this storied Southern Rhône appellation.
The cooler 2021 vintage brings freshness and lift, giving this cuvée a refined balance between richness and tension.

Key Details

• Producer: Ogier
• Cuvée: Les Dentelles
• Region: Gigondas AOC, Southern Rhône, France
• Varietals: Grenache, Syrah
• ABV: 14.5%
• Style: Structured, spicy, mineral‑driven Rhône red

Tasting Notes

• Blackberry, black cherry, and wild raspberry
• Garrigue herbs, pepper, and warm baking spice
• Firm yet polished tannins with mountain‑slope minerality
• Long, savory finish with stony precision

Profile & Craft

• Sourced from stony, terraced vineyards beneath the Dentelles de Montmirail
• Cooler 2021 vintage adds freshness and aromatic lift
• Traditional Rhône winemaking with careful extraction
• Shows the power, elegance, and terroir intensity of Gigondas

Serving & Pairing

• Serve at 60-65°F; decant 45-60 minutes
• Pairs with lamb, grilled meats, stews, ratatouille, and hearty Provençal dishes
• Drink now with air or cellar 8-12 years
• Perfect for fans of structured, terroir‑driven Southern Rhône reds