Although the first written records of wine production in Vacqueyras date back to 1414, the Romans probably began winemaking there as early as the second century BC. Today, a great Vacqueyras, like this magnificent example, strikes the perfect balance between power and precise fruit expression. And that's exactly what you have here. Domaine de Vervine is a small estate nestled at the foot of the Dentelles de Montmirail, just outside the village of Sarrians. The vineyards are planted amidst sun dried garrigue which lends herbal complexity to this juicy Rhône red. This wine is ready to enjoy now, but given time the ripe red fruit will develop notes of liquorice, pepper and spice. Locals would serve with daube provençale, game or wild boar.