This is about as quaffable as the region’s rouges get.

An abundance of violets and velvet, amid a cooling sensation of a cold spring on a hot day.

The blend is equal parts Roussanne, Grenache Blanc, and Clairette. Together, they create a wine that has a complex mouth-feel that finishes with a nice refreshing acidity.

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

Les Racines has a deep core of dark berry fruits, notes of licorice, or réglisse, and a concentrated texture that conveys power with silkiness.

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.

Violets and dark berries dominate the palate, with a pleasant wild side lurking below the surface.

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

It beckons you to follow Maxime-François’s advice: “Drink it when you are very, very thirsty!”

An abundance of violets and velvet, amid a cooling sensation of a cold spring on a hot day.