A dry sparkler made exclusively from Clairette.

Dark-fruited, with fresh acidity and stony tannins, it’s about as versatile as reds come from the south of France.

Black olive, fig, and rosemary abound in this easy-to-love, soulful southern Rhône red.

Rich fruitiness on the palate recalls ripe strawberries, and then notes of spice and licorice kick in for a full-bodied, full-flavored finish that marries beautifully with ratatouille or smoked pork chops.

Grenache is joined by Syrah and a drop of Mourvèdre to create this delightful everyday red scented of herbes de Provence and ripe black cherry.

The palate is dense and ripe, yet wonderfully smooth and elegant. Racines seems to tap into the history of Les Pallières, the prestige and the high-toned elegance.

A relatively rare beast, Serge’s blanc is a ripe, honey-infused cornucopia of fruit.

Deep, concentrated, and refreshingly saline, this is like great Cornas with Mediterranean influences.

This bears a rich bouquet of wild strawberry, flowers, garrigue, and sweet spices, culminating in a long, stony finale.

Clairette, an unsung hero of the south, is the main grape here, undoubtedly one of many key elements to this singular wine.