Wild blackberry fruit and a touch of dark raisin and pepper spice (2010 Vintage)
"One of two new wines from this small producer in the southern Rhône, this classic blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre is a bit of a beast in terms of structure, depth and power – it's pretty dense and full in the mouth with wild blackberry fruit and a touch of dark raisin and pepper spice, as well as some chewy tannin, but there's some attractive, violet-like floral touches, too, in a chunky but polished red that will certainly repay a few years in the cellar. Rating: 91/100 (The Wine Gang, www.thewinegang.com November 2012)"