Wine Sense

France / Rhone Region

Chateau de Montfaucon -- $12.99 -- Very solid, with a juicy core of blackberry and plum woven with cocoa and pastis hints. Smoky, spicy finish has nice length. This fruity, rich red is a blend of 50% Grenache, 15% Syrah, 15% Cinsault, 10% Carignan and 10% Counoise. Drink now through . . .
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Chateau Nuit des Dames Cote du Rhone 2007 -- $10.99 -- The soil of the Gard region, sandy clay, expressed itself in this deep plum colored 2007. The invigorating aroma of strong fruit, ripe, round and fat. In the finish the tannins have a good structure. Drink over the next 2-3 years.
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Chave Crozes Hermitage "Silene" 2007 -- $27.99 -- "Very bright and fresh, with a lively floral note leading the way for damson plum, red cherry and red currant fruit, all backed by an elegant, iron-tinged finish. 600 cases made" -Wine Spectator
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Chave Saint-Joseph "Offerus" 2007 -- $33.99 -- Description of the 2006 Vintage: "Very bright and racy, with mouthwatering damson plum, crushed cherry, lavender, iron and tobacco notes that race through the well-focused finish. Long and pure, with a lingering spice notes. 3,000 cases made." -Wine Spectator . . .
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Collection Alain Corcia Chateauneuf du Pape 2007 -- $31.99 -- "The 2007 Chateauneuf de Pape possesses supple red and black fruit, charcoal, olive, resiny Provencal herb, and beef juice characteristics. It is a silky-textured, medium to full-bodied 2007 to enjoy over the next 7-8 years." -Robert Parker
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Domaine de Beaurenard Chateauneuf du Pape 2005 -- $54.99 -- Robert Parker "The 2005 Chateauneuf du Pape offers a very aromatic display of white chocolate, black cherry, roasted herbs, pepper, and espresso. The wine has excellent concentration, lush tannins for the vintage, and a round, opulent mouthfeel. It is . . .
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Domaine de Montvac Vacqueyras 2007 -- $21.99 -- 91 points Wine Spectator #85 on Top 100 Really fresh, with a solidly built core of red cherry, red currant and plum fruit woven with incense, briar and pastis hints. The long, fleshy finish stays racy and focused. Delicious. Drink now . . .
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Les Vins de Vienne Crozes-Hermitage Les Palignons 2007 -- $27.99 -- "Inviting, with incense, warm blackberry and plum sauce notes, followed by a dark, olive- and tobacco-filled finish. It all hangs nicely together, thanks to a fresh streak of iron that cuts through the middle. 580 Cases made." -Wine Spectator
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Perrin et Fils Cotes du Rhone Villages Vinsobres les Cornuds 2007 -- $22.99 -- "Another equal part blend of Syrah and Grenache is the 2007 Cotes du Rhone-Villages Vinsobres Les Cornuds, also from estate vineyards planted in limestone soils. The freshness of the vintage is well-displayed along with bracing acidity that buttresses . . .
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Selection Laurence Feraud 2007 Cotes du Rhone Villages Seguret -- $17.99 -- "The outstanding 2007 Cotes du Rhone-Villages Seguret is a brilliant wine as well as a fabulous bargain. Aromas of licorice, lavender, cassis, and kirsch emerge from this dense ruby/purple-hued offering. Full-bodied and pure with the sweet tannins that . . .
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Vignobles Brunier Telegramme Chateauneuf du Pape 2007 -- $42.99 -- 90 points Wine Advocate The outstanding 2007 Telegramme Chateauneuf du Pape (15.8% alcohol) offers notes of kirsch liqueur, spring flowers, and framboise, medium to full body, good acidity, a beautiful texture, and a luscious, heady finish. It . . .
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