Dark in color, with a pretty nose of black plum and red currant and berry that echoes and expands on the medium full to full bodied palate with a solid earthy anchor and excellent structure. A nice all around everyday CdR that shows neither any weaknesses nor any great strengths; it does exactly what its supposed to, and thats fine by us. Made from fruit sourced from Perrins vineyards at Grand Prebois and Vinsobres, as well as from leased vineyards and purchased grapes and wines; fermented and matured mainly in tank, with 25% in casks, then fined with egg whites and bottled. A Winebuys.com staff favorite!
88 points - Wine Advocate, August 2008
"A real sleeper of the vintage is the 2006 Perrin et Fils Reserve Cotes du Rhone, which comes from their vineyards in Grand Pre and Vinsobres. A blend of 50% Grenache, 30% Syrah, and the rest Mourvedre, the wine displays excellent black cherry fruit intermixed with some truffle, roasted herb, licorice, and spice. It has excellent freshness, an invigorating, rich mid-palate, and good acidity and spice in the finish. Drink it over the next 5-7 years." -Robert Parker
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