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Cairanne Grand Reserve Côtes du Rhône 2001
Côtes du Rhône, Rhone Valley, FranceFloral, black cherry, licorice and white pepper aromas with a touch of barnyard. Rich, round and somewhat dry on the palate with light tannins. Black cherry jam, rootsy, game flavours with a bit of cedar and mint. A bit dry and tight but well balanced. Try with lamb or duck or age an extra year. The blend is 60-70 per cent grenache, 20 to 30 per cent syrah and 10 to 20 per cent mourvèdre.Tasted: 14 November 2004Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:BC | $19.99 | 750ml | Specialty |