From a hillside estate in Provence co-founded by Burgundy legends Jacques Seysses (Domaine Dujac) and Aubert de Villaine (DRC), Triennes’ Saint Auguste is anything but your average Southern French red. This cuvée blends Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot—a nod to both Bordeaux and the Mediterranean—aged in used Burgundian barrels to preserve balance and texture.
The 2020 vintage is ripe and harmonious, with notes of blackberry, plum, and cassis layered over Provençal herbs, cedar, and a touch of cocoa. The palate is smooth and supple, framed by soft tannins and just enough freshness to keep it lively. There’s richness here, but it’s never overdone—Saint Auguste is built for the table, not the trophy case.
Pair with grilled meats, ratatouille, or hard cheeses. It’s a versatile, crowd-pleasing red with just the right mix of pedigree and pleasure—sunshine in structure, from one of the smartest values in Southern France.
