Sara Perez i Rene Barbier Venus La Universal Montsant ‘Dido’ 2020

More deliciousness from Spain’s wine-making power couple. Grenache, Syrah, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon (majority Rhone, with Bordeaux for seasoning). Effortless, ruddy elegance, a blend of rose petals and bloody butcher paper, with tar, charcuterie, and fennel thrown in for good measure. Plush tannins, good length, a really polished “big” wine which still feels humble.