Domaine Brunely Cairanne, 2018

Domaine Brunely is located in Vacqueyras but produces several cuvees of Gigonda as well as this Cairanne, probably from purchased grapes. This Cairanne is 50% Grenache, 30% Syrah plus Carignan and Cinsault.

Medium dark violet/ruby, slightly dull. Syrah black fruits on first night, Grenache red fruit emerges on second night. Spiced cherries and black raspberries. A bit hard on mid-palate, opening up a bit on second night. Good wine but doesn't measure up to my expectations of Cairanne established by the very fine wines of Domaine L'Oratoire Saint Martin.