Clos de Sixte 2021 Lirac Rouge 750ml

Appellation: Lirac AOC

Grape Varieties: 50% Grenache, 35% Syrah, 15% Mourvèdre

This wine is intensely juicy with overripe blackberries and cassis with soft accents of fresh thyme, rosemary and black peppercorn. Full-bodied and balanced, its vibrant acidity tempers youthful tannins and gives way to a ripe, red-fruited mid-palate. A savory layer follows, loaded with crushed blackberry, briny black olives, granite and flaky salt. Aerate well before enjoying.

Score: 92 points -- Anna-Christina Cabrales, Wine Enthusiast, 2024

Food Pairing: Braised short ribs with black olives, or grilled lamb with tapenade.