2016 Terre des Dames La Diva Rouge

Grapes: Grenache, Syrah

Region: Languedoc, France

About: Proprietress Lidewij Van Wilgen, originally from Amsterdam, discovered this forgotten plot of vines 18 years ago and has revitalized, yet cherished, this property. The original 200 year-old stone walls surround very old vines of up to 100 years old. Her “La Diva” is the estate’s flagship red, aged at the estate for three years. She makes with her two daughters.

Tasting Notes: Sappy cassis liqueur hits right up front, followed by spiced gingerbread cookie, star anise, campfire, rosemary, licorice, and bacon notes.