Domaine De La Verde Prélvde Vacqueyras 2019/2020

Jeb Dunnuck: 90-92 point:
“Looking at the 2019 Vacqueyras Prelude, it is cut from the same cloth as the 2018 yet has another level of density and richness. Beautiful notes of red and blue fruits, spring flowers, blood orange, and ground pepper all emerge from this medium-bodied, elegant, lively Vacqueyras that has notable purity of fruit, as well as length on the finish. It’s going to drink nicely for 5-7 years, if not longer.”

“The 2020 Vacqueyras Prelude is more mid-weight, yet I like its balance and elegance. Giving up plenty of darker berry fruits, pepper, and leather notes, it’s medium-bodied, has fine tannins, and nicely integrated acidity. It’s well worth checking out and perfect for drinking over the coming 4-6 years.”