Domaine Giraud is one of many Chateauneuf du Pape estates that has been producing better and better wines over the last decade.
The medium to full-bodied 2003 Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Les Gallimardes is impressive. Its deep ruby/purple color is followed by loads of sweet cherry jam intertwined with balsam wood, resin, pepper, spice box, and earth-like characteristics. This tannic, backward 2003 will benefit from 2-3 years of cellaring, and should last for 10-15 years.
Importer: Parliament Importing Co., Atlantic City, NJ; tel. (609) 348-1100