Olivier Ravoire Gigondas Red 2019 Armatura Medoc

Olivier Ravoire Gigondas Red 2019 Armatura MedocThis range was named in honor of the epic Capitan Ravoire, a valiant knight in the 16th century in the Comtat Venaissin in 1593. Olivier Ravoire was keen to highlight the history of the Ravoire family. In this respect, the different appellations have been named using terms associated with chivalry. Armatura, the name of the Gigondas vintage, comes from the Latin word for armor and refers to the essential equipment that protected knights as they went

and smokey caramel

on the nose the aroma is sweet and fruity

Very engaging

a large oak tun inspired by the sherry bodegas of Spain and Portugal

The aromas of bright mineral and citrus notes tickle the nose followed by touches of green apple

Sweet fruit and smoky peat with mixed peels

Glenkinchie is gently appetizing on the palate

A pleasant and clean cherry cordial

followed by complex vegetal tones and a dry hop finish

Then comes hibiscus

warming and peppery in the finish with an appetizing sweetness

2017 - Int'l Whisky Comp