2020 Domaine de la Charbonniere Vacqueyras Cuvee Speciale [JS93][JD91-93][WS91][V90]

Producer: Domaine de la Charbonniere Region: Vacqueyras, Rhone, France Blend: 60% Grenache, 40% Syrah Year: 2020  James Suckling, 93 Points  "A round and velvety red with a rich core of cherries, strawberries, crushed raspberries, dried thyme and baking spices. It’s full-bodied with fine, firm tannins. Spicy and vibrant with a creamy texture and a flavorful, long finish. Drink or hold."  Jeb Dunnuck, 91-93 Points  "Not yet bottled, the 2020 Vacqueyras Cuvée Spéciale is more Grenache-dominated and comes from the Cabane lieu-dit. This round, medium to full-bodied, sexy Vacqueyras has a great nose of meaty red fruits, spice, and garrigue, fine tannins, a great mid-palate, and outstanding length. It's going to drink nicely for a decade."  Wine Spectator, 91 Points  "A lush, silky red, with winey plum and cherry notes pierced by sweet oak and clove. Robust and smoky, with ample structure and energy to carry the ripeness. Delicious. Grenache and Syrah. Drink now through 2028."  Vinous, 90