Wines from Vin de Pays de Vaucluse

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Domaine de Trevallon 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Vin de Pays de Vaucluse)

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Price $50

That the greatest wine produced in the Baux-en-Provence region should be designated a vin de pays shows how meaningless French appellation law can be. The reason is that this singular wine, produced from rocky vineyards where nothing should reasonably grow, is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, which is not allowed under appellation rules. Forget the legality… — R.V. (4/1/2005)

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Chêne Bleu 2006 Abélard Red (Vin de Pays de Vaucluse)

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Price $100

From a new winery that’s bottle-aging its wines prior to release, this is a blend of 80% Grenache and 20% Syrah. Because the vineyards straddle multiple appellations, it carries a modest Vin de Pays de Vaucluse label, but this is serious stuff. It’s dense and creamy in texture, with a long, velvety finish and flavors of chocolate, black olive and dark plum. Drink… — J.C. (10/1/2012)

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Chêne Bleu 2006 Héloïse Red (Vin de Pays de Vaucluse)

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Price $100

The blend of this Chêne Bleu wine is 65% Syrah, 30% Grenache and 5% Viognier, and with its elevated proportion of Syrah come bacony, mocha and olivaceous components reminiscent of the Northern Rhône. It’s full bodied, warm and velvety, with a long finish filled with chocolaty richness. Ready to drink. — J.C. (10/1/2012)

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Chêne Bleu 2009 Grenache-Syrah Rosé (Vin de Pays de Vaucluse)

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Price $30

Take a chance on this copper-tinged rosé for a look at what the new France is all about. From vineyards straddling several appellations contrôlée, this is a perfumed, savory rosé that’s round in the mouth yet features a slightly briny finish. Drink it over the next 6–9 months. — J.C. (10/1/2011)

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Marrenon 2008 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays de Vaucluse)

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Price $10

A recent discovery, this Chardonnay (yes, Chardonnay) has a striking bouquet of flowers, spices, honey and nuts, then adds a peachy fruit component on the palate. It's medium in weight, with a lush texture and a long finish. A super bargain to drink over the summer months. — J.C. (4/1/2010)

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Margerum 2010 Rosé (Vin de Pays de Vaucluse)

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Price $24

Former Wine Cask owner (the store/wine bar in Santa Barbara) Doug Margerum has sourced this pleasant rosé from the Vaucluse. It’s a pale coppery pink, with slightly flinty aromas that hint at strawberries, limes and wet stones, and is steely and crisp, with a clean, refreshing finish. — J.C. (10/1/2011)

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Montirius 2002 Red (Vin de Pays de Vaucluse)

A blend of 50 percent Grenache, 30 percent Syrah and 20 percent Cinsault from a portion of the Montirius vineyard close to the river Ouvèze. The wine is fresh, earthy with spicy flavors and dark plum fruits. It is ready to drink now. — R.V. (4/1/2005)

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Domaine de la Gasqui 2000 Le Vallat des Taches Red (Vin de Pays de Vaucluse)

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Price $10

Old Carignan and Grenache vines go into this wine, produced from a vineyard just south of Avignon in the Rhône Valley. No wood was used in aging this wine, which allows the full herbal character of the fruit to shine through. It is sweet and intense, with ripe acidity and soft, velvety tannins. Drink with cheeses or rich meat dishes. — R.V. (11/15/2003)

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