Day 6 | Vacqueyras AOC

Southern Rhône Reds with Muscle and Spice

Vacqueyras sits on the stony plateau north of Gigondas, where galets roulés and sandy limestone face the baking Mistral wind. Grenache leads the blend, supported by Syrah and Mourvèdre, producing deep‑coloured wines that weave black cherry, warm garrigue herbs, and a dusting of white pepper into firm, mouth‑coating tannins. Though often overshadowed by …