Wine from Vacqueyras comes out of Rhône Valley, France, where it sits as an appellation.
Growers build the wines around Grenache, filling out the blend with Syrah and Mourvèdre.
Vines root into alluvial and limestone.
The climate is mediterranean.
Red wine, rosé wine and white wine is what the region is known for, and in the glass it shows rich, powerful reds, fresh and fruity and vibrant acidity and floral notes, plus two more.
Producers worth knowing include Domaine Le Sang des Cailloux, Maison Arnoux & Fils and Rayas Chateau des Tours.
Pour them alongside grilled meats, roasted vegetables, rich stews and cheddar cheese.
Serve at 16 to 18°C.
Keeps for 5 to 10 years.
In the glass.
Red: Rich, Powerful reds.
Rosé: Fresh and fruity, Vibrant acidity and floral notes.
White: Lively and aromatic, Showcasing rounded fruit flavors.
Grapes planted here.
Producers worth knowing.
Bottles to look for.
- Adrien Roustan Domaine d'Ourea Vacqueyras, Rhone, France
- Alain Jaume & Fils Chateau Mazane Vacqueyras, Rhone, France
- Alain Jaume & Fils Vacqueyras Grande Garrigue, Rhone, France
- Cellier des Princes Vacqueyras, Rhone, France
- Domaine Brunely Vacqueyras 'Les Secrets de la Licorne', Rhone, France
- Domaine Clos des Cazaux Vacqueyras Cuvee des Templiers, Rhone, France
- Domaine Clos des Cazaux Vacqueyras Cuvee Saint Roch, Rhone, France
- Domaine de la Charbonniere Vacqueyras, Rhone, France
At the table.
- Grilled meats
- Roasted vegetables
- Rich stews
- Cheddar cheese
Serving and cellaring.
- Serve at 16 to 18°C.
- Keeps for 5 to 10 years.
Nearby regions.
Vacqueyras: common questions
01.What grapes is Vacqueyras known for?+
02.What kind of wine does Vacqueyras make?+
03.Where is Vacqueyras?+
04.What food goes with Vacqueyras wine?+
05.How long does Vacqueyras wine age?+
More from here: every wine region in France, or the wider Rhône Valley guide.