2018 Domaine de Fontsainte Corbières, France, Languedoc, Wine Review

Another nice value play from Kermit Lynch. A blend of 60% Carignan, 30% Grenache Noir, and 10% Syrah. Purple in color with ruby swirls. Mostly clear and bright. The nose has black cherries, black raspberries, slight earthy note and black pepper. Medium bodied. Nice acidity. On the palate, the black cherries come thru. Some depth. Light tannins. Good finish. This is a tasty wine that drinks fine on its own but works better with hearty food. It went great with a vegetarian chili. Drink this over the next five to seven years.

Grade:

A-

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Vintage:

2018

Current Price:

$13.00USD

2013 Domaine Anne Gros & Jean-Paul Tollot La 50/50, France, Languedoc

Vintage:

2013

Score:

Grade:

A-

This is a joint project from two successful winemakers from other parts of France. It is a blend of Grenache, Syrah and Carignane according to the web site. This was really good and for $9 a screaming value. It is a fruity wine and drinking quite well right now. Perfect for this summers BBQ's and parties. Purple in color, ruby at the rim. The nose is slightly earthy with black raspberries and a slight pine note which was enjoyable. On the palate, this has firm tannins. Black raspberries and black licorice underneath. Bright fruit. There is even some upside with this wine over the

2018 Château Coupe Roses Minervois La Bastide, France, Languedoc, Wine Review

Vintage:

2018

Score:

Grade:

B+

Current Price:

$13.00USD

This is a blend of 48% Carignan, 46% Grenache and 6% Syrah. Deep ruby in color, mostly clear and bright. The nose is warm with nice cherry fruit. On the palate, this is medium bodied. slightly silky texture. The palate has cherry fruit with a bit or herbal notes underneath. There is warmth on the finish. This drink ok on its own and would work with burgers or stews.

2018 La Closerie des Lys Les Fruitières Rosé, France, Languedoc, Limoux, Wine Review

Vintage:

2018

Score:

Grade:

B+

Current Price:

$14.00USD

This is a nice, easy drinking rose from the south of France, made from Syrah, Cinsault and Grenache. Light salmon/burnt orange in color. The nose has watermelons and orange citrus. On the palate, more viscous than expected. It is dry. 13% ABV on the label. Strawberries with a bit of bitterness on the finish. Some warmth as well. Priced at $14, this is a fine wine on its own on the back deck on a summer night and will work with some lighter foods too. Drink this year.

2018 Domaine Charvin Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France, Rhone, Wine Review

Vintage:

2018

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Current Price:

$58.00USD

Charvin is a unique Chateauneuf and not to everyone's preferences. Its a bit lighter, more red fruits and on the more elegant side of a wine not typically known for its elegance. Utilizing a high percentage of Grenache, this one is 85% Grenache, 5% Mourvèdre, 5% Vaccarèse, and 5% Syrah.

2016 Mas de Gourgonnier Les Baux-de-Provence, France, Languedoc, Wine Review

Vintage:

2016

Score:

Grade:

A-

Current Price:

$15.00USD

This one comes in a unique shaped bottle. It is drinking quite well today and should easily last for five more years. Ruby/purple, clear and bright. The nose is tight at first. With air, some black raspberries and raspberries come out. Also some floral qualities and some spice. On the palate, this has nice black raspberry fruit. Slight leather. Medium tannins. A bit dusty underneath. Good finish. Very food friendly. At around $15, this is a very nice value.

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