At a glance

Producer

Domaine Giachino

Region

Savoie, France

Grape variety

Mondeuse

Wine type

Red

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$25-$35

Tasting profile

Bright berry fruit, peppery spice, floral hints with vibrant acidity

Evolution: Develops earth, leather, gamey complexity, and softened tannins with mid-term aging

At peak: Complex nose of forest floor and spice; harmonious palate balancing freshness and maturity

Structure

Acidity

High, typical of Savoie wines

Tannins

Moderate and firm

Alcohol

12.5%-13.5%

Aging potential

10-15 years

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2027 to 2030

Optimal window

2023 to 2035

Current status

Approaching early maturity, drinking well with some cellaring potential

Current condition

Fresh acidity and moderate tannins, showing primary fruit and floral notes

Mondeuse from Savoie is known for robust acidity and moderate tannins enabling extended aging. 2019 vintage offers good structure with fresh fruit, allowing a drinking window starting approximately 4 years after vintage with a peak reached around 8-11 years after vintage.

Food pairing

Pairs well with regional alpine cuisine: raclette, fondue, game dishes, roasted poultry, and mushroom-based dishes

Serving

Serving temperature

14-16°C / 57-61°F

Decant

Yes (30-45 minutes) — To soften moderate tannins and open up aromatic complexity

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Small estate grower focusing on low intervention, manual harvest, minimal chemical use; traditional farming methods

Domaine Giachino is a small family estate in Savoie emphasizing terroir expression with sustainable farming practices. While no formal organic certification is documented, their manual viticulture, minimal additives, and local market focus contribute to good sustainability. Packaging tends to use standard glass bottles without heavy capsules, and transport is largely regional minimizing carbon footprint.