Domaine de la Charbonniere Vacqueyras 2020

The Maret family is known for the top Châteauneuf du Pape, but they also make some brilliant Vacqueyras. Their 2020 Vacqueyras is a 60/40 split of Grenache and Syrah, and it has lots of darker fruits and peppery herb aromatics to go with a medium to full-bodied profile on the palate. This is a lively, elegant vintage for the Southern Rhône, and it shows in this wine's elegance and freshness.

A polished red, showing heady blackberry, black licorice and singed herbs that glide through, with cracked pepper, warm earth and savory acidity. The tannins are starting to release their grip on the long finish. Grenache and Syrah.

A rich Southern Rhone red with impressively fine tannins that balance both the full body and deep black fruit. Long and supple yet finely nuanced finish with subtle spicy notes.

The 2020 Vacqueyras is infused with jammy red fruits and pairs gamey, leathery and spicy subtleties. Flamboyant and structured, this full-bodied powerhouse is made in a bold style. This 2020 red has a whooping 15.5% alcohol, surprisingly well-integrated, with a long, juicy finish.