Roughly half Grenache, 38% Syrah and 10% Mourvedre, this shows intriguing aromas of black fruits, citrus, pine needle and loam. In the mouth there is a somewhat disjointed impression, with raspberry fruit and coffee grounds dominating.——P.G.(12/15/2011)—— 89

Sweet, sappy, almost jammy berry fruit flavors open the wine, and quickly lead into a midpalate with an unusual mix of forest mushroom, earth, cured meat and dried leaf accents. Complex and thought-provoking. ——P.G.(5/1/2011)—— 91