3 | Wine | New Arrivals, Red Rhone Blend, 86 or higher

"Displays an inky/purple color along with a dense nose of black fruits, forest floor, acacia flowers, pepper and licorice. It possesses fabulous fruit on the attack and mid-palate, beautiful ripeness (especially for a 2011), and a soft, well-made, opulent finish."

"One of the finest Chateauneufs made by Guigal, the 2007 Chateauneuf du Pape is a blend of 85% Grenache and the rest Syrah and Mourvedre. Full-bodied with lots of kirsch, blackberry, raspberry, camphor and licorice, this is a classic example of both Chateauneuf du Pape and Provencal viticulture. It is aged in both tank and foudre for 3-4 years prior to being released. Drink it over the next 20 years. It is amazing that Guigal can consistently produce a wine of this majesty." -Robert Parker

"The Grenache-based 2010 Flux bursts from the glass with racy red berries, sweet spices and flowers. Juicy and exuberant, the 2010 isn’t a shy wine, but it is loaded with character. The French oak is maybe a bit dominant, but it is hard not to love the 2010 Flux for its sheer exuberance. The 2010 is a delicious wine to drink now and over the next few years."