Tasting Notes

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Vinous Josh Raynolds - 01 Jan 09
Bright purple. Sexy red and dark berries on the nose, with exotic floral and Asian spice qualities adding complexity. Sweet raspberry and candied plum flavors are supported by a gentle undercurrent of minerals. The floral and plum notes repeat on the chewy finish, which is impressively pure and persistent.
Drinking Date:
Rhone Vineyard Valley of Fine Wine

Rhone

The Rhône Valley in southeastern France is famed for its diverse wines. It's divided into Northern Rhône, known for Syrah-based reds and white wines from Viognier, Marsanne, and Roussanne, and Southern Rhône, which features blends like Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre. Northern Rhône wines, such as Côte-Rôtie and Hermitage, are intense and complex, while Southern Rhône's Châteauneuf-du-Pape is known for powerful, spicy reds. Top producers include E. Guigal, Domaine du Pegau, and Domaine Jean-Louis Chave, exemplifying the region's rich winemaking tradition.