Sacrilege
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Typically best enjoyed 5–12 years from the vintage release.
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Roasted rosemary lamb chops, slow-cooked beef stew, grilled venison
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A daring masterpiece that defies the strictures of French wine law, Sacril(ge is Xavier Vignon's ultimate tribute to the diverse terroirs of the Rhône Valley. By blending the structured, aromatic Syrah of Northern Rhône's Côte-Rôtie with the opulent, sun-drenched Grenache of Southern Rhône's Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Vignon committed what traditionalists consider a literal sacrilege. Because French regulations forbid the blending of different protected appellations, this exceptional cuvé must be declassified and released under the humble 'Vin de France' designation. The result is an extraordinary marriage of two worlds: the cool-climate elegance, violet aromas, and black pepper of the north combined with the warmth, ripe dark fruit, and wild garrigue spice of the south.
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Based in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France, at 190 Route de Sorgues, the house of Xavier Vignon was founded by the renowned consultant oenologist of the same name to express the diverse terroirs of the Southern Rhône Valley. Renowned for an uncompromising commitment to quality and innovative blending, the winery crafts exceptional red, white, and rosé wines, utilizing masterfully tailored aging techniques like concrete eggs and oak foudres. Its signature expressions, including the highly acclaimed Cuvée Anonyme and the creative Arcane series, reflect Vignon's scientific precision and artistic vision. More information can be found on their official website at https://www.xaviervignon.com.