Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Southern Rhone, France - 85% Grenache, 10% Mourvedre, 5% Syrah - Sustainable - Deep ruby Smoky cherry and blackberry preserve aromas show very good clarity, with suggestions of licorice, musky herbs and lavender adding complexity. Lush and creamy in texture, offering gently sweet dark berry liqueur and floral pastille flavors and a hint of cracked pepper. A smoky quality comes up on the persistent finish, which is framed by chewy tannins.

—Rated 91 points, Wine Advocate, Wine Spectator and Stephen Tanzer.