"One of the top wines of the vintage is the 2008 Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee de la Reine des Bois. Made from a blend of 80% Grenache, 10% Mourvedre, 5% Syrah and the rest equal parts Counoise and Vacarrese, the wine is aged in two-thirds stainless steel tanks and one-third in small barrels. This strong effort is already delicious, which gives it somewhat of an advantage over other great vintages which often need 5-8 years of cellaring. A dark plum/ruby color is followed by an attractive nose of raspberries, licorice, black currants and kirsch. Evolved, complex and silky smooth, this full-bodied, impressive 2008 should be drunk during its first decade of life."
- Wine Advocate (Oct. 2010), 91 pts

"Quite ripe and well-rounded for the vintage, with flattering blueberry, blackberry and fig paste notes liberally laced with spice, toast and fruitcake flavors. The long, toasty finish is dense, with a lightly firm edge. Drink now through 2022."
- Wine Spectator's Insider (June 2010), 91 pts

"One of the finest Chateauneuf du Papes I tasted in the challenging 2008 vintage is Mordoree’s 2008 Chateauneuf du Pape La Reine des Bois.　It boasts a deep dark ruby/purple hue as well as aromas of camphor, blueberries, blackberries, licorice, and spice box. Dense and medium to full-bodied, it is one of the most concentrated efforts of the vintage."
- Wine Advocate (October 2009), 90-93 pts

Mordoree Chateauneuf du Pape Rouge Reine des Bois is made with 1/3 Grenache, 1/3 Mourvedre, 1/3 Syrah.
40 year-old vines
The maturation takes place 30% in oak barrels, 30% in wooden tun and 40% in enameled steel tank.
Deep dark red color with blueish hints.
Fruity and intense aromas of dried prunes and blackberry with coffee nuances.
Melted and concentrated tannins, full bodied, very long fresh finish.