Winemaker Mario Andrion regularly conjures superb wine from this 0

2013 is a relatively powerful vintage for this normally restrained and cool wine and I particularly like the underlying tension as it invites another sip

this nods to the modern style

Vibrant garnet

2010 and 2011 are very different in character

Faurie, Hermitage Greffieux-Bessard Vintage:2012 Winemaker Mario Andrion regularly conjuresInky ruby. Heady aromas of candied red and dark berries, incense and licorice are complicated by notes of violet and five spice powder. Silky, deeply flavored and focused, offering energetic black raspberry and floral pastille flavors and a zesty peppery nuance. Finishes smooth, spicy and very long, with resonating sweetness, a hint of licorice and subtle, slow building tannins. This suave wine should enjoy a long, smooth evolution based on its