Château du Trignon Gigondas AOC Cuvée Tradition

Gigondas AOC, France

The Roux family's Château du Trignon produces one of Gigondas's most reliable and age-worthy expressions — Grenache-dominant from a mix of clay-limestone and sandstone soils on the Dentelles' southern slopes. Consistent vintage after vintage: dark ruby with aromas of cassis, tapenade, lavender, and Rhône garrigue. The palate is full with characteristic Gigondas structure and a long, mineral finish.

Pairing intelligence

• main: The Camargue's wild bull preparation — braised in red wine with black olives — is the most characteristic Provençal meat dish for Gigondas's powerful reds; the wine's olive and dark fruit character mirrors the preparation
• main: Gigondas's earthy-mineral character is at home with mushroom preparations; the Gruyère adds cream richness that the wine's structure can support