2014 Cotes du Roussillon Bila Haut Rouge
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A terrific value that’s close to an even split of Grenache and Syrah (there’s 10% Carignan), from a mix of terroirs in the Agly Valley, the 2014 Haut Cotes du Roussillon Villages les Vignes de Bila Haut was completely destemmed and spent eight months in a mix of concrete tanks and stainless steel prior to bottling. A fabulous value that will be hard to beat as a mid-week drinker, it offers lots of juicy berry fruit, violets, peppery herbs and damp earth characteristics in a medium-bodied, bright, fresh and elegant package. It’s ideal for drinking over the coming 2-4 years.
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Jeb Dunnuck, Wine Advocate
Jeb Dunnuck, Wine Advocate
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Tasted out of barrel, the 2014 Vignes de Bila Haut is 40% Grenache, 40% Syrah and 20% Carignan that was raised all in tank. It possesses lots of raspberry, violets and peppery herbs to go with a fleshy, pure and elegant feel on the palate. I don’t think it will make old bones, but it has terrific purity and it should evolve nicely on its balance.