The wine is a deep ruby color, with a hint of amber along the edges, and a bit darker in the center. The nose presents aromas of kirsch, olive tapenade and a hint of lavender, a very meaty set of aromas. The taste is surprisingly fruit forward, with lots of ripe cherry and plum that transitions to some flavors of charcoal midpalate. The tannins are well structured, providing a nice foundation for a long, smooth and very dry finish that lingers.
Overall, I would rate this wine a solid 8, as it's a bit different than your typical Châteauneuf-du-Pape, and may be somewhat of an acquired taste. I was worried this wine might be too light, but it's a heavy bugger that's ideal for pairing with lamb or big steaks, which is a good thing, since tonight I'm enjoying this wine with a rare prime ribcap along with some oven roasted rainbow carrots. Cheers!
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