Baked cherry and cassis overlay warm earth and sweet baking spices in this red, which is solidly structured, with sinewy tannins coming into play and charred alder notes adding to the dark, brooding frame. Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre and Cinsault. Drink now through 2026. 6,600 cases made, 3,000 cases imported.

Leading off the Château Pégau releases, the 2020 Côtes Du Rhône Cuvée Maclura has textbook southern France-like garrigue, leather, pepper, and both red and black fruits in a medium-bodied, nicely balanced, charming style. It's perfect for enjoying over the coming 4-5 years.