Vacqueyras Domaine de L'Espigouette 2022

A vivid crimson-purple in the glass, the 2022 Vacqueyras is immediately expressive with aromas of ripe red plum, black cherry, and wild berries, laced with notes of thyme, lavender, and cracked pepper. The palate is full and rounded, showing generous fruit alongside firm yet polished tannins. Layers of spice and dried herbs unfold across the mid-palate, while a lively freshness keeps the wine balanced. The finish is long and savoury, echoing both fruit and garrigue in equal measure.

Domaine de l’Espigouette is a respected family-run estate in the southern Rhône, producing wines that are both generous and finely tuned. Vacqueyras, often considered a more structured neighbour to Gigondas, benefits from the stony, sun-drenched terraces at the foot of the Dentelles de Montmirail. The 2022 vintage reflects the warmth of the year, yet the domaine’s careful work in the vineyard has preserved balance and aromatic lift, resulting in a wine that marries depth with a sense of place.