Domaine de Marcoux Côtes du Rhône Rouge 2021

The blend this year is the traditional mix of 80% Grenache with a balance of Syrah, Mourvèdre and a little Cinsault. The harvesting was done by hand, and fermentation was in cement tanks with wild yeast (the wine rested on skins for a total of two weeks) From a cooler year, the balance between flesh and freshness offers prime-time appeal. This is crammed with both pure and seductive character; a deep aromatic profile led by red and blue fruit, peony florals and high-toned spice. Marked by signature Marcoux finesse, the palate is toned and textured and finishes long and fine with tapering chalky tannins adding to a structured finish. This is about as serious as you could expect of this AOC, a cracking baby Marcoux.