Moving to the 2013s, the 2013 Gigondas Tradition is another classic, textbook Gigondas from this excellent estate. Made from 50% Grenache, 40% Syrah and 10% Mourvèdre, from 45-year-old vines, it was not destemmed and aged 12 months all in older foudre. Loaded with notions of garrigue, spice box, leather, dried pepper and currant/black raspberry-styled fruit, it’s medium-bodied, nicely balanced and will have 10-12 years of longevity. This cuvée is a safe bet in almost every vintage.