Domaine Rière Cadène is a family domaine between the two rivers in the heart of Roussillon, the Têt and Agly. From 1904 to 1994, the family sold their vines to the local cooperative, but when Laurence and Jean-François took over, they began making it themselves with what they describe as “l’âme paysanne”, or “the peasant’s soul”. Their grapes are farmed organically, on river-born soils rich in granite and quartz pebbles. Le Garbinet is a blend of 70% Syrah and 30% Grenache aged in concrete vats. The intention is to make humble, savory reds that fit all sorts of hearty dishes without straining the budget. The result is a classic roussillon table red, with strong syrah aromas of stewed black cherry and red currant, pipe smoke, Ethiopian coffee beans and olive tapenade. The palate betrays a touch of Grenache’s easy drinking character; lush, full bodied pie cherries and underbrush amidst steady tannins and herb-flecked earth. A waft of orange peel, fruit, and bitters lingers on the finish. Cassoulet would be appropriate on special occasions, but a wednesday night burger would do too.