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$25, 3 stars, 89 points, france, grenache, rhone valley, southern rhone, syrah
Medium ruby colored, with slight staining, and a medium (+) viscosity (14.5% ABV). The nose has medium (-) intensity aromas of smoke, bacon, black cherry, black raspberry, garigue, and wet stone. The palate is dry, with medium acidity, a full body, and medium (+) tannins. The flavors are more pronounced than the nose but the dark, brooding fruit is there as are the smoldering notes. Licorice appears and there’s a slightly gamy profile thanks to the Syrah (45%) that is tempered by Grenache at 55%. The finish is a bit astringent, which is actually enticing. The length is medium (-). It’s a fun, food centric wine that might be a touch ascerbic if drunk alone. 89 points from me, with a drink by window till 2030. At $25, it gets 3 stars. I am pairing it with roasted Shoulder Filet and Harissa potatoes. Salut….
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