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Les Vins de Vienne La Sillote Red (Vacqueyras)

Les Vins de Vienne

Vacqueyras · France

Fact sheet

Type
Other
Grape
Rhône-style Red Blend
Country
France
Region
Vacqueyras
Appellation
Vacqueyras
Alcohol
15%
Body
full
Acidity
medium
Tannin
high
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

carne bovina mal passada · cordeiro

Rated vintages

  • 201089 pts

    Despite being labeled at 15% abv, this is a crisp rendering of Vacqueyras, filled with fresh herbal notes and tart, crunchy cherries. A violet-like essence emerges on the palate, providing added interest. It does turn a bit astringent on the finish, so drink it from 2015–2020, o…

  • 200988 pts

    Combine prune, leather and spice notes with firm tannins and the result is a slightly rustic, old-school expression of Vacqueyras. It's concentrated and characterful, with up to a decade of aging potential.