Domaine Brunely 2023 Les Secrets de la Licorne Vacqueyras

This old family domaine, once home to Napoleon III, is widely known as Vacqueyras' as a pioneer. Grapes for "Secrets de Licorne" come from a selection of the oldest/thickest vines on the estate. Despite the density of this remarkable base material (80% Grenache, 20% Mourvedre) represents one of the most elegant bottlings you'll find in Vacqueyras year-after-year.

From start to finish, each glass is drop-dead-delicious, and don't just take our word for it:

From Jeb Dunnuck (92points): The 2023 Vacqueyras Les Secrets De La Licorne brings a touch more classic, Provençal style in its ripe black cherry, melted licorice, and sappy, floral, garrigue-like nuances. It's a rich, powerful 2023 that has tons of fruit and a voluptuous, layered mouthfeel. It puts its foot firmly on the ripeness scale while staying pure and balanced. A blend of 60% Grenache and 40% Syrah, the wine was completely destemmed and aged in a mix of oak barrels and concrete tanks for 12 to 18 months.

If you love Southern Rhone French reds this is a must-purchase!