1998 Domaine du Grapillon d'Or Gigondas (WIML89,WA85-86,WS93)

Tasted October 8, 2005 at an offline. Opened and served immediately in Spiegelau Magnum glasses. Garnet color in the glass, clear hue throughout. Nose of black cherries, plum and a little briar patch. Flavors of cherry, earth and raspberry. A lighter style Gigondas but it still goes well with Cassoulet. I’d recommend drinking over the short term. I won’t pick up any more bottles.