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Xavier Vins - Vacqueyras 2010

Name: Xavier Vins - Vacqueyras 2010
Brand: Xavier Vignon
Rating: 3.7 (35 reviews)

Vacqueyras|Red wine

3.7/5 (35 customers)

91/100

Robert Parker

"In 2010, the Vacqueyras was crafted from a somewhat unusual blend of 50% Syrah, 30% Mourvèdre, and 20% Grenache, sourced largely from the garrigue plateau near Sarrians, in Vacqueyras. This rich wine reveals aromas of undergrowth and toasted herbs, with notes of blackberry and blackcurrant, as well as a hint of acacia blossom. Impeccably pure, rich, and long, it will drink well for 6 to 8 years.” (Wine Advocate 2012 – Robert Parker)

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Vintage

2010

Designation

Vacqueyras

Region

Rhône

Grape varieties

50% Syrah, 30% Grenache, 10% Mourvèdre, 10% Cinsault

Regions

clay-limestone, and terraced alluvial deposits of stony red clay

Viticulture

traditional culture

Grape Harvest

manual

Winemaking

cold pre-fermentation maceration, lasting 3 to 4 weeks

Livestock farming

50% in tanks, 50% in barrels (Syrah and Mourvèdre, 1/3 new, 1/3 one-use, 1/3 two-use)

Alcohol content

14.5%

Eye

ruby-red dress

Nose

with floral notes, followed by black fruit and balsamic notes

Palate

Power, silkiness, and volume in perfect balance

Serve

at 14°C

Open

1 hour ago

Drink from

2015

Drink before

2021

Food and wine pairings

Pair with game, grilled or braised red meats, spicy dishes, and cheeses...

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Rated property Recommended

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Wine rated (2012 guide) 91/100 (Excellent wine)

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

About the wine:

In 2010, the Vacqueyras was crafted from a somewhat unusual blend of 50% Syrah, 30% Mourvèdre, and 20% Grenache, sourced largely from the garrigue plateau near Sarrians, in Vacqueyras. This rich wine reveals aromas of undergrowth and toasted herbs, with notes of blackberry and blackcurrant, as well as a hint of acacia blossom. Impeccably pure, rich, and long-finishing, it will drink well for 6 to 8 years.

Jancis Robinson

Rated: Recommended

James Suckling

Rated: Recommended

Jeb Dunnuck

Rated: Recommended

Customer rating

3.7/5

based on 35 reviews

Review by Mr. GILLES D. Published on 12/29/2014

It’s certainly a good, full-bodied, and fruity Vacqueyras, but it lacks complexity. For that reason, I much prefer Les Christins from the Perrin family—or, better yet, the superb Vacqueyras from Hauts de Castellas.