Le Temps des Fleures, Anne Arbeau 2022 (Sud Ouest, France)

70% Negrette, 15% Syrah, 15% Gamay. Holy cow was this wine the most delightful surprise we’ve had in a while! Fresh and juicy, this chillable red wine is bursting with aromas of just-ripened black fruits and notes of violet flowers balanced by savory nuances that hint at forest floor, river rock and licorice. On the palate, you’ll get more fresh goodness that’s both smooth and pleasant, those very same savory and mineral notes reigning in the fruit & giving you a wine that’s balanced and delicious. If you’re a fan of Beaujolais or Gamay in general, you’re going to go wild for this charming buddy.