This is a Grenache/Syrah blend from the Rhone Valley in France. Cotes du Rhone wines are often some of the best values in Red Wines and this one is included. Ruby in color, clear and bright. The nose is great with cherries, spice, anise, and slight floral (violets?) scents. Medium to full bodied. Medium tannins. On the palate, cherries, black cherries, slight cherry candies and a bit of mint on the long finish. This is drinking great on its own and will work well with most foods (not seafood). Blackened chicken would work well. Drink over the next eight to ten years.