The Brunier family are one of the most celebrated names in the Southern Rhône — the owners of Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe, one of Châteauneuf-du-Pape’s most iconic and revered estates. Le Pigeoulet is their entry-level cuvee, a Vin de Pays des Vaucluse made from the same Grenache and Syrah vines that surround their famous Châteauneuf vineyards — and it carries all the hallmarks of the family’s winemaking philosophy: precision, terroir expression, and an elegance that sets it apart from anything else at this price. The 2023 is a beautifully crafted wine: the nose is serious and profound, with a rich red fruit bouquet, a hint of liquorice, and that unmistakable garrigue note — wild herbs, lavender, and sun-baked earth — that is the signature of the Southern Rhône at its most authentic. On the palate it’s taut and elegant, with a lovely spice complexity, attractive structure, and a long, compelling finish full of fruit and terroir character. Vieux Télégraphe quality at a fraction of the price — and one of the finest value wines in our entire range.