The very good 2009 Cotes du Rhone St.-Esprit proves that these cuvees are best drunk in the first 1-2 years after bottling as they begin to fade quickly. While this 2009 is not yet fading, it is not as vibrant and heady as it was last year right after bottling. As I noted last year, there has been tremendous progress and a definitive amelioration of quality with respect to the Chateauneuf du Papes being produced by Delas.Importer: Maison Marques et Domaines, Oakland, CA; tel. (510) 286-2000