‘Mauve’

Balazu des Vaussieres ‘Mauve’, Grenache, Carignan & Mourvèdre, Rhone Valley, France It’s no fun to act your age, unless you’re sipping this ripened natural red from Balazu des Vaussières. ‘Mauve’ spent 4 long years in the tank – and another 6 months in the bottle – counting down the seconds to its release. Now that it’s here, it’s all we can talk about. And that’s no surprise, considering we’ve been OBSESSED with the wines of Christian and Nadia Charmasson for more than a hot minute. Based in Tavel, they’re considered among the “Natural Giants” of their region, because they work with seriously impeccable organic and biodynamic practices that bring their amazing soil to life! Let this matured red blend ease into the glass for a minute, then dive on in. It’s serving you prune marmalade, ripe black plums barely clinging to the branch, fermented cherry, spice cake, pink peppercorns at the bottom of the mill, and all sorts of floral goodness. You’ll want to spend a whole lotta time with this one!!!