Lighter weight, with bright acidity, the 2011 Cornas offers hints of spring flowers and black and blue fruit qualities. Charming, medium-bodied and straight forward, drink it over the coming couple of years. This was a large lineup by producer Pierre Gaillard. The wines all have a classic, fresh and focused feel, and certainly, those looking for big textures and loads of fruit should look elsewhere. Importer: AP Wine Imports, New York, NY; tel. (617) 277-3071

Taut and nervy, with mouthwatering acidity running throughout, while sappy red currant, violet, damson plum and bay leaf notes fill in the core. Offers a brisk, pepper-tinged finish. Best from 2014 through 2020. 5,500 cases made, 550 cases imported.??–JM??Region: France / Northern Rh?ne / Cornas Select to Add