The Suite

Gigue

Sound of Gigue Acoustic tasting To the current vintage

The gigue traditionally forms the lively conclusion of a musical suite – at LaSuite aux Conseillans, it stands at the beginning of the great red wines. It embodies movement, clarity, and rhythmic precision: qualities that also define this wine. In the vineyard as well as in the cellar, the goal was not maximum power, but a clear, supportive structure that balances fruit, origin, and texture.

Aging in amphorae, accompanied by minimal oak use, preserves the juicy fruit and lends the wine a fine, polished tannin structure that is approachable from the start without sacrificing depth. Aromas of ripe cherry, violet, and a hint of white pepper combine to create a precise, vibrant overall impression, characterized more by structure than volume.

The Gigue is a wine of tension and clear contours – energetic, but never loud, structured without being austere. Its harmonious, subtly lingering finish makes it a versatile companion, for example to grilled meats, duck, or slow-cooked dishes. A wine that understands lightness not as simplification, but as the result of precision and tranquility in every stage of its creation.

Gigue Current vintage · Gigue 2016
THE MOVEMENT

Origin & Character

The Gigue draws on three plots and three soils. On the clay of plot C7 the Merlot takes root, carrying the fruit; the gravel of plot C13 — up to four fifths stone at depth — gives warmth, drainage and energy; and the clay-gravel of plot C12 brings the tension with Cabernet Sauvignon. This is how the Gigue stays juicy and supple while having a foundation that holds the fruit.

Which plots go into the blend is decided by the vintage; the assignment can therefore vary slightly from harvest to harvest.

Impulsemovementenergy
Luftaufnahme oder Nahaufnahme von Weinstöcken und Parzellen des Weinguts
Edles Gedeck mit Flasche, zwei gefüllten Weingläsern und Blüten auf Esstisch
At the table

A wine for convivial evenings with friends, which is uncomplicatedly enjoyable thanks to its smooth character and perfect ripeness.

Philosophy
„A TRIBUTE TO RHYTHM“
„The Gigue is the dynamic movement of our suite – a wine that impresses with its vibrant structure and precise fruit.“

The Sensory Identity (Profile)

Character
Lively, energetic and dance-like. A wine that brings joy without being banal.
Radar (0–10): sensory axes in relation to one another.
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The vintages

The journey of a movement

From the maturing barrel, through drinking maturity, to the library — each vintage finds its own moment.

Perfectly paired

Bœuf Bordelais – slow braised with gigue
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Bœuf Bordelais – slow braised with gigue
Confit de canard – beluga lentils & shallots
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Confit de canard – beluga lentils & shallots
Kleftiko – Greek lamb en papillote
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Kleftiko – Greek lamb en papillote
Bucatini all'amatriciana
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Bucatini all'amatriciana
Bistecca alla fiorentina – T-bone from the fire
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Bistecca alla fiorentina – T-bone from the fire
Brasato di Silvio al Gigue – beef pot roast
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Brasato di Silvio al Gigue – beef pot roast
Foie de veau lyonnaise, sweet sherry glaze
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Foie de veau lyonnaise, sweet sherry glaze
Carne de porco à alentejana, pork & clams
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Carne de porco à alentejana, pork & clams
Grilled veal chop, sauce tonnata & capers
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Grilled veal chop, sauce tonnata & capers

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This movement is a beginning. Our collection offers the right rhythm for every mood. Let the diversity of our cuvées inspire you and discover the fine nuances that make each of our wines unmistakable.
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