Hillside appellation in the Dentelles de Montmirail. Grenache and Syrah dominant on limestone and clay soils at higher altitude than Châteauneuf. More structured and mineral. Excellent value compared to Châteauneuf. The 'baby Châteauneuf' of the trade.
| Year | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 88 | Good warm vintage. Dense, structured Gigondas. Age-worthy top cuvées. |
| 2020 | 87 | Very good. Accessible style. Good across the appellation. |
| 2019 | 90 | Excellent. Classic Gigondas depth. Pierre Amadieu and Château Rayas subsidiary strong. |
| 2018 | 93 | Exceptional Gigondas. Rich, structured Grenache-dominant blends. Santa Duc and Raspail-Ay at finest. |