2011 Cotes du Rhone Bouquet des Garrigues

Another killer wine, although little was made because of some problems with the Grenache crop, is the 2011 Cotes du Rhone Les Garrigues (only 250 cases produced). In many vintages, this is one of France’s finest Cotes du Rhones. The 2011 exhibits terrific fruit as well as classic notes of loamy, sandy soil, balsam wood, kirsch, lavender and roasted Provencal herbs. It should be consumed over the next 2-3 years. Drink: 2012 - 2015. Wine Advocate #203 Oct 2012

Robert Parker    Score: 92/100