The 2006 Cotes du Rhone-Villages Rasteau Vieilles Vignes reveals an inky/ruby/purple color followed by notes of graphite, black cherry jam, licorice, and smoked herbs. Full-bodied, chewy, and succulent, this is a head-turning, pleasure-filled southern Rhone to enjoy over the next 8-10 years.
This estate's wines continue to rise in quality. Their 2007s are superb (as are most Rasteaus in this vintage), but they have also produced outstanding 2006s.
Importer: A Jack Siler Selection, various American importers; Springfield, VA; tel. (703) 644-5210