Vacqueyras 2022 Domaine de la Charbonniére, Rhone, France

This most recently released vintage of Charbonniére's Vacqueyras follows the usual blend of 70% Grenache and 30% Syrah.

It is medium to full bodied with beautiful fruit intermixed with plenty of spice. Rich, lively and elegant if finishes with gentle tannins and a solid punch.

Wine Spectator says - 92 Points 
Steeped cherry and bitter plum show a streak of tobacco in this bold, concentrated red. Its tannins are firm yet finessed, giving this real structure through the broad finish. Offers good energy and iron minerality. The finish is well-packed, long and mouthwatering, wafting with charred sandalwood smoke and incense.
seamless transition from father to daughters ... prices more than fair for the quality'

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate says 'one of my favorite estates in the Southern Rhone ... run with great passion and enthusiasm' 

Jeb Dunneck says 'A fantastic estate ... wines that are traditional in style and that age gracefully'

Decanter just re-tasted it and scored it 90 points, with a drinking window of 2028-2034!

When we visited Domaine de la Charbonniere a few years back, it was without doubt the best Vacqueyras we tasted on our journey. Some were dearer, some were cheaper but for the money charged this was way ahead in quality and value.

And don't forget to try their COTES DU RHONE ROUGE !!

Alc. Vol. 15%

Last Tasted: May 2026