Often overlooked in the Amadieu lineup, the 2018 Cairanne les Hautes Rives is another terrific value. A blend of 60% Grenache, 25% Mourvèdre and 15% Syrah, it offers up dark, earthy scents reminiscent of black cherries, plums and cola, while being full-bodied, round and generous on the palate, with a supple, slightly velvety finish.

Direct, with fresh cherry and raspberry notes backed by a light graphite edge on the finish. Modest in scale, but shows good energy throughout. Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah. Drink now through 2021. 4,000 cases made, 600 cases imported.??–JM??Region: France / Southern Rh?ne / Cairanne Select to Add