- The Winery
- Address: 257 West 116th Street, New York, NY 10026
- Telephone: 212-222-4866
- Opening hours: Open 7 days, 12-9 PM.
Grapes: 80% Grenache, 15% Syrah, 5% Mourvedre. Regions: France> Southern Rhone> Gigondas. Notes: Sustainable farming. Founded in 1850.
Description: Dominique Ay represents the 5th generation of his family to have held the reins at this marvellous domaine, the vineyards of which are located near the entrance to the village of Gigondas. Vivid ruby red. Spice accented red and dark berries on the highly perfumed nose. Excellent clarity and lift in the mouth, offering juicy raspberry, bitter cherry, and lavender pastille flavors that deepen with aeration. Rich yet vibrant, showing strong closing thrust, fine-grained tannins and resonating mineral and floral notes.
Food Pairing: Grilled meats, lamb, chicken seasoned with rosemary, thyme, garlic, and black pepper, roast quail, sausage, and cassoulet, etc.