Terrasse du Diable Rouge 2023
KERMIT LYNCH – DÉCEMBRE 2025
I have never tasted a Pallières quite like this. Its perfume leaps from the glass, conveying alpine herbs and fragrant, juicy red fruit. The palate is supple and inviting, with a gourmandise I have yet to encounter in a young Pallières. Its expressiveness at this early stage and incredibly gentle tannin make it the vintage to enjoy now while more powerful years like 2021 and 2022 mature at a leisurely pace. The 2023 is truly a vintage like no other, from the bizarre start to the season to the unusual delicacy we find in the bottle today.
JEB DUNNUCK – JANVIER 2026
(92) No Racines was made in 2023 due to shatter in the Grenache, so a small portion of the Racines fruit went into this cuvée. Based on 90% Grenache Noir, 5% Mourvèdre, and 5% Clairette and aged 20 months in 60-hectoliter French oak foudres, the 2023 Gigondas Terrasse Du Diable reveals exotic aromatics of black cherries, mulberries, conifer, olives, pepper, and exotic flowers. It’s medium to full-bodied, with a nicely concentrated mouthfeel, ripe yet present tannins, and outstanding length. Drink 2026-2040.
VINOUS – NICOLAS GREINACHER – DÉGUSTATION NOVEMBRE 2025
(92) The only red Gigondas from Domaine Les Pallières this year due to the coulure-derived absence of the Racines, the 2023 Gigondas Terrasse du Diable was bottled in May 2025. Blending 95% Grenache with dollops of Syrah, Cinsault and Mourvèdre, it unwinds with ripe red plum, raspberry and leafy tones. Herbal éléments add more complexity. Smoothly textured and refined, the medium-to full bodied 2023 Terrasse du Diable stands shoulder to shoulder with 2022 I tasted a year ago.
JAMESSUCKLING.COM – Apr 10, 2025 – STUART PIGOTT
(95-96)A well-rounded, lively and almost floral Gigondas with small red berries, wildflowers and baking spices on the nose, following through to a full body with polished tannins. Seductive texture with supple fruit character to the long, fine finish.
JEB DUNNUCK – DÉGUSTATION DÉCEMBRE 2024
(90-92) Due to the tiny yields, there won’t be a Racines, but the 2023 Gigondas Terrasse Du Diable offers a solid ruby hue to go with a deeper, richer nose of black cherries, roasted garrigue, licorice, and crushed stone. It’s medium-bodied and has a supple, elegant mouthfeel and outstanding length.
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