A solid, well made though not very exciting rhone; not heavy but still a touch too cloying and kirschy for my taste. By way of comparables, I much preferred the '00 Brunel "les Sambiches"--at half the price.
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$10.39 retail, after discount. Tasted side by the side with the '00 Cuvee Col du Debat (see TN) from the same producer ($12.79). Neither had much going on on the nose. I preferred '01 Tradition, which had a little more fruit, and better overall balance. Traditionally styled, with a peppery note and slightly raisiny fruit.
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6/3/2008 - mdavis wrote:
Shockingly drinkable for what it is...Alcohol was in line. Best bottle of this so far.
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3/8/2007 - EricBe wrote: 86 Points
Not bad, but boy was the alcohol strong. very "hot" to drink
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6/17/2006 - cse wrote: 87 Points
A solid, well made though not very exciting rhone; not heavy but still a touch too cloying and kirschy for my taste. By way of comparables, I much preferred the '00 Brunel "les Sambiches"--at half the price.
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6/21/2005 - Blue Oval wrote: 89 Points
Not decanted. Nice nose but a bit hot. Fruit, pepper, kirsch across the palate. Nice package overall.
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6/2/2005 - Ben Andersen wrote:
$10.39 retail, after discount. Tasted side by the side with the '00 Cuvee Col du Debat (see TN) from the same producer ($12.79). Neither had much going on on the nose. I preferred '01 Tradition, which had a little more fruit, and better overall balance. Traditionally styled, with a peppery note and slightly raisiny fruit.
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