Josh Raynolds writes: Deep, vivid ruby. A highly perfumed and finely detailed bouquet evokes fresh red berries, cherry preserves, exotic spices, candied flowers and a smoky mineral flourish. Smooth and seamless on the palate, the intense raspberry, cherry-cola, spicecake and candied lavender flavors express a compelling blend of power and delicacy. Closes smooth, gently tannic and impressively long, leaving sappy red fruit, spice and floral notes behind. - Vinous 95
James Molesworth writes: This red boasts bitter cherry, crushed raspberry and red tea flavors that are bold, open and inviting. Tightly coiled and wound on the palate by a firming cage of tannins, this gains savory depth from black pepper and charred mesquite. Though delicious now, this is rendered one for the cellar due to subtly muscular tannins. Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah. Drink now through 2028. - Wine Spectator 92
Matt Walls writes: Good weight and concentration, although the aromatics are discreet for now. This is well-balanced, there's a touch of oak that helps build some weight and length into the wine. Longer than most. Smooth and satisfying. Old vines at 400m, aged for 18 months - 60% in barriques (30% new) and 40% in foudres. - Decanter 92
Jeb Dunnuck writes: The 2020 Gigondas Domaine Grand Romane is darker and more classic, with peppery garrigue, underbrush, and both red and black cherry-like fruits. It brings good sweetness on the palate yet stays nicely focused, tight, and is going to benefit from 2-4 years in the cellar. It should keep through 2032. - Jeb Dunnuck 90
James Lawther MW writes: Dark and reserved with a hint of herb and spice. A little austere on the palate but there’s an intensity of fruit and solid tannic frame. Will need time to come around but has potential. - Jancis Robinson
