Xavier Vignon - Rasteau Arcane Le Bateleur

Name: Xavier Vignon - Rasteau Arcane Le Bateleur
Brand: Xavier Vignon
Rating: 4.1 (9 reviews)

Rasteau|Red wine

4.1/5 (9 customers)

92/100

James Suckling

spicy

powerful

generous

ready-made meals

“A beautiful tribute to the terroirs of Rasteau”

“Aromas of blackberries and spicy plums, with hints of tea leaves, black olives, licorice, and damp earth. Full-bodied, with fine-grained tannins and lively acidity. Taut and fleshy, with a deep core of black fruit and a touch of spice. A savory finish with notes of chocolate and walnut shell.” (James Suckling 2022)

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Estate

Xavier Vignon

Vintage

Arcane Le Bateleur

Designation

Rasteau

Region

Rhône

Grape varieties

60% Grenache, 20% Syrah, 10% Mourvèdre, 10% Carignan

Terroirs

Clay-limestone soils partially covered with rounded pebbles and facing south, on hillsides; plots located below the Ratanaud massif (350 m above sea level) toward the area known as Gramiller and in the direction of the Crapon terrace, at the foot of the village of Rasteau

Viticulture

Wine made from purchased grapes or juice

Grape Harvest

At peak ripeness

Winemaking

Each grape variety was vinified and aged differently; this is a multi-vintage blend: 2017: 20% for concentration; 2019: 45% for spice and a sunny touch; 2020: 35% for its elegance, freshness, and fruitiness

Livestock farming

In truncated cone-shaped wooden vats and concrete vats

Eye

Deep purple with brilliant ruby highlights

Nose

Intense and rich, with a beautiful array of expressive dark fruits

Palate

Concentrated and full-bodied, true to the Rasteau appellation, with notes of sweet spices and cade wood, a finish featuring tart red fruits (redcurrant), and a silky texture

Serve

At 15-17°C

Open

1 hour before, in a carafe

Drink before

2040

Guard

15–20 years old

Food and wine pairings

Serve with honey-glazed duck breast or pan-seared duck breast with pineapple, chicken risotto, or lamb tagine with apricots...

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Rated Winery Recommended

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)

Jancis Robinson

Rated: Recommended

James Suckling

Wine rated (2022 guide) 92/100

Rated: Recommended

About the wine:

Aromas of blackberries and spiced plums, with hints of tea leaves, black olives, licorice, and damp earth. Full-bodied, with fine-grained tannins and lively acidity. Taut and fleshy, with a deep core of black fruit and a hint of spice. A savory finish with notes of chocolate and walnut shell. Ready to drink or worth cellaring.

Jeb Dunnuck

Rated: Recommended

Customer rating

4.1/5

based on 9 reviews

Review by Mr. FREDERIC B. Posted on 12/26/2025

The first impression is intensely fruity, followed by a powerful palate. The whole is harmonious, silky, and easy to drink.