Main grape varieties: Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre, Carignan, and/or Cinsault
What to expect: Dry. Medium to full bodied. Moderate to high tannin and moderate acidity. Red currant, blackberry, plum, toast, and earthy notes.
Pair with: Duck, rabbit, pork, veal
Wine picks:
- M. Chapoutier Côtes du Roussillon Villages Les Vignes de Bila-Haut (~$16)
- Marius Grenache Syrah (~$14)
- Les Jamelles Syrah Vin de Pays d’Oc (~$14)
- Chateau de Jau Côtes du Roussillon-Villages (~$19)
- Gérard Bertrand Grand Terroir Pic St.-Loup (~$25)
- Domaine Houchart Côtes de Provence (~$21)
- M. Chapoutier Bila-Haut Occultum Lapidem (~$30)
- Chateau de Sérame Minervois (~$23)
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