Lirac 2016, Xavier Vignon (1x75cl)

Lirac sits just across the river from Châteauneuf-du-Pape and shares similar grapes and warm-climate character. This bottle is the 2016 vintage from Xavier Vignon, a Rhône specialist known for blending.

Southern Rhône reds like this are usually built around Grenache, giving warm, spiced red-fruit flavours that pair well with roasted meats, stews or hotpot on a cooler evening.

Tasting notes

Expect ripe red and black fruit with garrigue spice and pepper notes typical of southern Rhône blends, backed by soft, approachable tannins.