Domaine de la Monardière, Vacqueyras, Les 2 Monardes 2023
Domaine de la Monardière, Vacqueyras, Les 2 Monardes 2023 is a dry, full-bodied red from Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, in the rich, smooth reds style. Tannins are moderate and acidity gentle; oak influence is little. Good with lamb, roast vegetables, barbecue, beef stew. Cheapest offer £21.20 at Honest Grapes.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Domaine des Escaravailles Les Coteaux Rasteau 2020 Domaine des Escaravailles · France | £21.98 | |||
| Vacqueyras Les Cypres Jaboulet 2016 | £20.00 | |||
| Chateau Puech-Haut, Argali Rouge 2023 Chateau Puech-Haut · France | £19.50 | |||
| Vigne Surrau, Cannonau Di Sardegna Naracu 2021 Vigne Surrau | £19.50 |
Domaine de la Monardière sits at the heart of Vacqueyras, where the Marthouret family has farmed the same parcels for three generations. Their flagship 'Les 2 Monardes' blends old-vine Grenache with Syrah and Mourvèdre from hillside vineyards, creating a wine that captures the wild, herb-scented character of this southern Rhône appellation. We find this 2023 showing the concentrated fruit and Mediterranean warmth that makes Vacqueyras so compelling, yet with enough structure to develop beautifully over the next few years.