Winemaker Notes
Raspberry, violet, licorice, peony, black pepper and gingerbread. Greatly textured with prominent saltiness and length in the finish.
The distinctive freshness and saltiness of this Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre blend makes it easy to pair with both rustic and sophisticated dishes. The smooth, red-fruit character of the wines make it a great choice for tomato-based dishes such as ratatouille, while the richness from the Syrah also allow it to pair with lamb, venison or beef.
Blend: 50% Grenache, 40% Syrah, 10% Mourvèdre
Professional Ratings
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Jeb Dunnuck
The 2022 Vinsobres is a beautifully elegant wine, offering complex aromas of spice, red and black fruits, and cracked pepper. Medium-bodied and finely structured, it has a seamless mouthfeel, polished tannins, and a graceful finish. A wine of balance and charm, it should drink well over the next decade.
Range: 91-93 -
Wine Enthusiast
Upon first whiff, this wine evokes the spirit of Barruol, with a spicy red berry and rhubarb compote bouquet lifted by cedar and warm spice. Though still tightly wound, it hints at layered complexity beneath the surface. With aeration, the palate expands, weaving garrigue into pure plumy fruit, topped with a savory layer of Nyons olives. A wine of quiet power and elegance—best revisited after 2030 to witness its charming expression.
With bold fruit flavors and accents of sweet spice, Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre form the base of the classic Rhône Red Blend, while Carignan, Cinsault and Counoise often come in to play. Though they originated from France’s southern Rhône Valley, with some creative interpretation, Rhône blends have also become popular in other countries. Somm Secret—Putting their own local spin on the Rhône Red Blend, those from Priorat often include Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. In California, it is not uncommon to see Petite Sirah make an appearance.
One of the more established Rhône villages promoted to its own 'Côtes du Rhône Villages' appellation, Vinsobres produces uniquely styled Rhône Blends based on Grenache and Syrah in its relatively cool and elevated vineyards.