The 2014 C?tes du Rh?ne Reserve (60% Grenache, 35% Syrah and 5% Cinsault) doesn't see a hint of oak and is all the better for it. Loads of licorice, back olive tapenade, pepper, grilled herbs, kirsch liqueur and black raspberry notes are all present in this expressive, medium-bodied, elegant, slightly lighter than usual, but still flavorful, tasty C?tes du Rh?ne. Drink it over the next 1-2 years.