The red wines include the 2008 Tradition (red), a blend of 60% Syrah and 40% Grenache, all kept in tank and bottled early to preserve its freshness. The French call these wines vins gourmands, meaning tasty, fruity, and meant for near-term consumption, without a lot of thought given to them. That may seem somewhat denigrating, but this is a fruit-driven, up-front wine with lots of berry fruit, earth, and spice. Drink it over the next 1-2 years. One of the sleeper selections of dry white wines in southern France is Mas Carlot’s 100% Clairette, which is actually entitled to its own appellation, and is made from vines planted in 1946.Importer: Robert Kacher Selections, Washington, DC; tel. (202) 832-9083