Marked by hints of leather and black olives, the 2019 Gigondas is a sturdy, chunky example of the appellation. Ripe and plummy, it's full-bodied and mouthfilling, delivering savory flavors, a modicum of complexity and decent length on the finish.

Already in the bottle, the 2018 Gigondas is a blend of 60% Grenache, 25% Syrah, and 15% Mourvèdre. Some slightly grassy notes mark the nose, along with red cherries and a hint of almond skin. It's medium to full-bodied yet linear in shape in the mouth, with silky tannins and decent length.

Chapoutier's 2017 Gigondas is a blend of 70% Grenache and 15% each Mourvèdre and Syrah. The nose hints at mocha and meaty notes, while the palate picks up flavors of plum, cola and dried spices. Full-bodied and potent, it's also juicy and mouthwatering, with a long, zesty finish. It should have a decade of longevity.

Aged in concrete, the 2016 Gigondas is a blend of 70% Grenache and 15% each Mourvèdre and Syrah. It's full-bodied yet silky, with dark cherry fruit and a dusting of dried spices. It drinks well now and should continue to do so through at least 2025.

The 2015 Gigondas is a crisp, high-altitude blend of 70% Grenache, 25% Syrah and 5% Mourvèdre. Intriguing aromas of sandalwood and leather add complexity to raspberry and pomegranate flavors, making it an intense and layered experience. I wouldn't be surprised to see this wine outlast Chapoutier's bottlings from Chateauneuf-du-Pape.