11/04/2026
There are wines you think you know… until one quietly changes your mind.
At , this Gigondas from — Clos Derrière Vieille — did exactly that.
Far from the rustic power I often associate with the appellation, this one unfolded with precision, finesse, and an unexpected lightness.
Silky, composed, incredibly digestible… the kind of wine that brings calm rather than weight.
A real pleasure to discover.
The food followed the same philosophy.
Rustic at heart, but never heavy — everything felt deliberate, precise, and deeply satisfying.
Langoustines, barely touched, letting their natural sweetness speak.
A beautifully glazed stuffed cabbage, rich yet perfectly balanced.
A simple chocolate mousse to finish, comforting without excess.
Nothing was trying too hard. And that’s exactly why it worked.