Domaine Santa Duc ★ 4.7
Yves Gras's organic-tending Gigondas estate produces benchmark structured reds from the limestone terraces below the Dentelles, a hidden gem in an appellation already overshadowed by Chateauneuf.
Tip: The Santa Duc Gigondas Les Plans (a more accessible cuvee) is one of the best-value bottles from the southern Rhone at under EUR25. The estate is open for tastings by appointment near the Dentelles de Montmirail.