Domaine Saint-Damien Gigondas Vieilles Vignes 2023

Domaine Saint-Damien is a benchmark southern Rhône estate rooted in tradition and quiet discipline. The Saurel family has farmed these lands since 1821, but it was not until 1979 that the current domaine was established, with estate bottling resuming in 1996. Today, the estate is led by Romain Saurel, a trained oenologist who now oversees both viticulture and winemaking. Under his direction, Saint-Damien has become one of the most consistent and respected names in Gigondas, producing wines of clarity, structure and site expression.

The estate covers 45 hectares, with 15 hectares in Gigondas, including parcels in La Louisiane, Les Souteyrades, and Le Gravas. Vine age is significant, with many Grenache and Mourvèdre vines planted between the 1960s and 1970s. All vineyards have been certified organic since 2012 and are farmed with precision and restraint. With vine density at 5,000 per hectare and low yields, the focus remains on fruit integrity and vineyard health.