"This has lots of flesh, but it's taut for now, with espresso and bittersweet cocoa framing the blackberry, fig compote and hoisin sauce notes. The long, dark finish has serious grip and a great minerally spine buried deep within it. Best from 2010 through 2016. 280 cases made." 93 points - Wine Spectator, October 31, 2008
"Fashioned from 100% Grenache, the 2006 Gigondas Le Claux (3,000-5,000 bottles produced) comes from clay and limestone soils. Yields are a minuscule 15-25 hectoliters per hectare. A saturated ruby/purple color is followed by a sumptuous bouquet of kirsch, crushed rocks, spring flowers, raspberries, and even blacker fruits. This full-bodied, sensationally pure, layered, opulent Gigondas should evolve for 10-15 years." 93 points - Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate, Issue 181
"Dark purple. Knockout bouquet displays black raspberry, cherry preserves, licorice, dried flowers and smoky minerals. Lively red and dark berry flavors completely saturate the palate, with tangy minerality providing grip and definition. With air, a sexy floral quality comes up and carries into the finish. Leaves behind an alluring trail of red berries, flowers and minerals." 93 points - Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, Jan/Feb 09 | 
