The Ventoux wine-growing region connects to many famous AOPs of the Rhône to the south and southeast. The area is large and is not only in the shadow of the famous Mont Ventoux, but also that of many neighbors. On the other hand, these facts keep prices in check and the consumer can find first-class wines with the spicy-soft character of the southern Rhône at very reasonable prices, especially when they come from the master hand of the Perrin family were made.
The enchanting red Ventoux from the Perrin family is based on the grape variety Grenache Noir, supplemented by Carignan and Cinsault. A traditional grape variety cuvée from the Southern Rhône and grape varieties that can handle warm climates very well. Grenache wines are characterized by their supple fullness, soft tannins and Mediterranean spice, which you can clearly feel here. At Perrin, they always manage to give the wines a lively freshness and structure in this warm climate. This isexcellent winemakingwith a lot of know-how, experience and sensitivity. This can be felt in all the wines of the Perrin portfolio, which covers different climate zones from the northern Rhone to Provence, as well as a variety of grape varieties and wine styles.
2022 is a warm and full-bodied vintage in the southern Rhône, the wines have a lot of substance and a beautiful roundness. The red Ventoux from Perrin has a very nice fullness, is balanced and very harmonious in its fruity finish. The perfectly ripe tannins are beautifully coated by the fruit and act as a support in the background. This red wine is also a versatile food accompaniment. Grilled dishes, pasta and pizza and well-seasoned Mediterranean dishes are his world. What happens here for just over €6 a bottle is really impressive. A lot of wine for the money!
