A monstrous but incredibly well-balanced wine with impressive purity is the 2009 Cornas La Geynale. Aromas of crushed rocks, black fruits, camphor and spring flowers soar from the glass of this massive 2009. Offering more creme de cassis and blackberry fruit flavors in the mouth than its siblings, this full-bodied, deep, unctuously textured effort also needs 5-6 years of cellaring. It, too, should drink well for 20-25 years. While the 2009s are softer and more accessible (because of lower acids and more opulent textures), they are extremely large-scaled, substantial reds that will benefit from a few more years of cellaring. Importer: A Thomas Calder Selection (various importers). Paris fax: 011 33 1 46 45 15 29