Xavier Vignon : Rasteau 2021

80% Grenache, 10% Mourvèdre, 10% Syrah. The grapes were co-fermented. Aged 25% in new French oak (medium toast), 25% in demi-muids and 50% in concrete tanks. Tasted blind. Very vibrant nose – blue fruits and cassis, leather, lavender and rosemary. A ripe palate, rich and opulent. Soft, rounded tannins with low acidity. There is lots of fruit present and warming alcohol on the finish. A very ripe style. (AC)

This wine opens with an irresistible burst of brambly black fruit—like a jar of wild berry leather steeped in summer heat. It's juicy, inviting, and downright mouthwatering. The palate follows through with waves of fresh black raspberry and dark cherry, accented by a pinch of flaky salt that adds edge and intrigue. While there's a whisper of earthy depth beneath, the spotlight stays on the pure, fruit-driven exuberance. Bold yet playful, this wine is a perfect match for richly marbled cuts like Kobe or Wagyu.