Domaine Brunely Cairanne, 2018

Many of my favorite Cairanne wines require a few years of aging; this one, I believe, is probably best enjoyed during its youth.

Deep ruby red. A whiff of earth and then strawberries, raspberries, thyme and peppery spice. Has what I like in a Cotes du Rhone Village wine. 50% Grenache with 30% Syrah plus Carignan and Cinsault. Firm Syrah tannins on the mid-palate, but the spicy fruit shines through.