Domaine Chamfort, Vacqueyras ‘La Perdrière’ 2021

£23.99

Outside of the ubiquitous Châteaneuf-du-Pape, Vacqueyras joins Rasteau as some of the most well-known – and well-regarded – crus of the Southern Rhone. Where it differs in style from its counterpart, though, is  with a focus on fresher, often more red fruit flavours. Certainly not lacking in character and concentration, Chamfort’s ‘La Perdrière’ has depth rather than breadth, with fresh strawberry, raspberry, red cherry and a touch of mint, too. There’s a little black plum, too, with blackberry and just a hint of tobacco and spice to finish.