Xavier Vignon, Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Anonyme, 2019

Type: Red

Format (ml): 750

Vintage: 2019

Grapes: Grenache, Vaccarese, Counoise, Mourvèdre, Terret Noir, Muscardin

Region: France, Rhône Valley

The flagship from Xavier is the 2019 Châteauneuf Du Pape Anonyme and in 2019 it’s 60% Grenache, 15% Mourvèdre, 10% Syrah, and the balance a mix of permitted varieties. Partially destemmed and brought up in a mix of demi-muids and tank, it offers a beautifully pure, vibrant bouquet of black raspberries, white and black pepper, candied orange, and violets. Complex, layered, and nuanced, this beauty is medium to full-bodied, has a seamless texture, and a great finish. It has both elegance and richness and will keep for 15+ years.