A blend of 50% Grenache, 40% Syrah and 10% Mourvèdre, the 2018 Vinsobres features an intriguing mix of herbal, floral and fruity notes on the nose, with scents ranging from bay leaf and lavender to violets and purple raspberries. It's medium to full-bodied, silky and fine on the palate, with a finishing touch of licorice. It's a great debut—showing complexity and elegance, not raw power—from the property's new owner, Louis Barruol of Château Saint-Cosme in Gigondas.

This historic estate—it's the site of a 12th-century castle and a Gallo-Roman settlement—was purchased by Louis Barruol of Château Saint-Cosme in Gigondas in May 2019. As the property had been the source of some his négociant wines prior to that, Barruol was able to assist with the vinification of the 2018, which is the first vintage under this label and a very successful debut. Barruol also made a bit of sparkling rosé from the 2019 vintage and bottled it young. Worth a try.