Clos Fantine Cuvée Tradition Faugères 2020

6+ $27.99 (code: 6saves2) Cuvee Tradition is typically made from more of the various Rhone grapes found on the property that make up this pleasingly delicious red. Carignan is usually the lead player (40%), with Grenache (30%) and Syrah (20%) making up most of the balance, with small amounts of Mourvedre or Cinsault rounding it out. The Tradition is accessible younger (than Courtiol) but would easily hit the 10-12 year mark in the cellar in a good vintage. It also shows more red fruit and brighter tones than the Courtiol.My Tasting Note (2019):Medium ruby red-purple, vibrant, youthful red edges. Med+ on the nose with juicy and fresh red fruits like bing cherry, red raspberry, and red plum, garrigue Provencal herb notes, a light touch of campfire wood smoke, and some mineral notes that the schiste stone bedrock brings. The palate is medium to full bodied, med+ powdery tannin, very good palate flavor intensity and a long, fruit, mineral and spice laden finish. Excellent. VERY French!