The 2012 Vacqueyras The Vac should be a smoking value. Made from 75% Grenache and 25% Syrah, it gives up plenty of raspberry, spice, licorice and hints of cedar to go with a medium to full-bodied, supple and beautifully fruited palate. Solid all around, it should drink nicely for 7-8 years. This large estate produces a bevy of rich, fruit-forward efforts that remain more than reasonably priced. Looking at the 2011s, this is a solid vintage here and the wines make the most of the vintage, with upfront fruit and texture. Importer: Grape Expectations, Raleigh, NC; tel. (919) 781-1655