Grand Veneur Cote Du Rhone Rouge Reserve 2011 (Half-Bottle) is made from 70% Grenache, 20% Syrah, 10% Cinsault

Vinification: destemming and crushing. Temperature controlled fermentation  at 30°C. Vatting for 10 to 12 days.
Purple-tinged garnet color. Aromas of fresh berries (wild raspberry, blackcurrant, blackberry) and spices. The palate is full-flavored, with silky-smooth tannins. The finish offers notes of licorice and pepper. Classic Cotes du Rhone style.

"The 2011 Cotes du Rhone Reserve, which reveals slightly more pepper, meat and herb notes presented in a bigger framework, should be consumed in the next 1-2 years."
- Wine Advocate (Issue #203, October 2012), 86 pts