brawn and old-style classicism

but with a firm spine at its core that drives home the lengthy finish and strong varietal identity

firm and ever-so-mildly austere finale

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seamless flavors of black cherry

Marie et Pierre Benetiere, Cote Rotie Cordeloux other_regions brawn and old-style classicismOpaque ruby. The nose displays fresh blackberry and bitter cherry scents, along with notes of candied flowers, star anise and cured meat. Nervy and precise on entry, then fleshier in the middle, offering juicy dark berry and cherry pit flavors and a touch of licorice. The nicely focused finish is framed by silky, even tannins. Josh Raynolds