Lots of new oak-like floral, violet, smoky and toasty aromas, but this medium-bodied, inky-dark Hermitage lacks a bit of mineral terroir to fully convince. A bit salty, with walnut and plum character on the aftertaste. Interesting. Best from 2003 through 2009. 40 cases made.??–PM??Region: France / Northern Rh?ne / Hermitage Select to Add