2012 Domaine Le Colombier "Cuv̩e G" Vacqueyras

One of the top Vacqueyras out there, the 2012 Vacqueyras G is an even split of Grenache and Syrah that‰۪s aged 12 months in barrel. Tasting more like a Chateauneuf du Pape than a Vacqueyras, it boasts stunning notes of black raspberry, kirsch, licorice, roasted meats and spice-box, all of which have sticking purity, freshness and detail. Full-bodied, voluptuous and also concentrated, this is one sexy 2012 to drink over the coming 7-8 years, if not longer. (JD)