2007 Domaine du Pégau Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Réservée, France, Rhone, Wine Review

This is 80% Grenache, 15% Syrah and the other 5% assorted Rhone varietals from the excellent 2007 vintage.  This is drinking beautifully and in a really great place at age 18.  Deep ruby in color, clear and bright.  The nose is deep with cherries, black cherries, spice/garrigue, and slight wild herbal notes.  Just a touch of funk.  Lovely creamy texture.  Nice balance.  Light tannins.  On the palate, this is complex and deep.  Layered with cherries, black cherries, spice and a hint of earthiness.  Long finish.  This is delicious on its own and will be great with the right foods.  Braised meats or stews would be perfect but so would a Burger off the grill.  It won't get better, drink over the next five to eight years.