THE STYLE Intensity tempered with a silky texture: A lush, violet-scented style traced with zesty pepperiness.
THE GRAPES Red: Cinsault, Syrah, Grenache Noir. White: Viognier, Clairette, Picpoul.
THE TYPES Purply-red wines tasting of plums and violets, with a trace of spice. A rare few rosés, dry white and sweet white wines.
FOOD CUES Light reds: beef, veal, pizza, pasta. Heavier reds: beef, pork, game, cheeses.
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