This well priced southern Rhône red is packed with herby black fruit and spice character. If it hailed from any of its neighbouring regions, it would cost a pretty penny. But from the often overlooked Vaucluse, it delivers great flavour and value.
As close as you could hope to come to an authentic Châteauneuf style without paying the premium. Finest Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre from neighbouring vineyards combine beautifully to give herb-scented, velvety black fruit, liquorice and spice.
For an authentic French red with a velvety texture and warming, ripe fruit, look out this great Côtes du Rhône. From an exceptional vintage and a dedicated team of just seven growers, the wine is a gorgeous, supple, easy-fruit and liquorice-herb red.