Not the finest year for this Syrah rose, as the overly ripe flavors of mashed banana, cotton candy, melted strawberry-banana icepop and red Jolly Rancher seem to abound both on the nose and in the mouth. A thinner texture and absence of strong acidity leaves the sweeter components lingering too long on the palate.——L.B.(11/15/2008)—— 82

The color gives the grape away, that grey pink, very seductive. The wine itself is clean, fresh, promising attractive redcurrant fruit flavors and refreshing acidity. It is just off dry, and finishes softly.——R.V.(7/1/2007)—— 87

The Thau lake is in Herault, near Montpellier, where Hecht & Bannier also have their winery. They have made a fresh, candy explosion of a rose, with just a touch of sweetness and open fruit.——R.V.(8/1/2006)—— 84