1 | Wine | Rhone Misc, 2010

"Black currant, spring flower, licorice and crushed rock aromas jump from the glass of this dense ruby/purple-colored, full-bodied, beautifully pure, textured and dense Lirac. It should drink well for at least a decade."-Robert Parker

"Reveals abundant aromas of crushed rocks, spring flowers and blue as well as black fruits in its darker, more cool climate style. It is completely different from the Grenache-dominated wines from the warmer climates of Cairanne, Rasteau, Vacqueyras or Gigondas. The impressive, deep, rich Vinsobres Les Cornuds comes from high elevation (400 feet) vineyards, and should easily age for 10 years." 90-93 pts, reviewed by Robert Parker.

"Opaque purple. Dark berry preserves on the nose and palate, with notes of black olive and licorice adding complexity. Ripe, fleshy and smooth, offering bitter cherry and cassis flavors lifted by tangy acidity. Shows good energy and lift on the finish, which features a bright kick of singed orange."

"the Trois Cepages is an outstanding wine. Ripe, pure, fresh and crunchy with loads of strawberry and kirsch fruit intermixed with earthy undertones, it should drink nicely for 5-7 years." Reviewed by Robert Parker.

"Bright purple. Intensely perfumed bouquet of ripe dark berries, cola and licorice, with a smoky topnote. Broad and supple in texture, offering densely packed blackcurrant and boysenberry flavors lifted by tangy minerality. Delivers a wallop of ripe dark fruit on the clinging finish."

"Dense blueberry and black raspberry notes intermixed with notions of wet steel, crushed rocks, lavender, licorice and a hint of truffles emerge from this rich, medium to full-bodied effort. With good acidity and sweet tannin, it should drink well for 10-12 years."-Robert Parker