The red (a blend of syrah, cinsault, grenache, cabernet sauvignon, and others) has a rich toast nose with hints of vanilla and dark chocolate, and on the palate full bodied with a finish of black licorice. Philippe and Mischa live in the “big red house’ which is a three minute drive where Mas de la Marotte. Hilaire terroir. MORE >>

Here are my notes: 2010 Mitolo Jester Vermentino – McLaren Vale. 2010 First Drop Bella Coppia Arneis – Adelaide Hills. 2010 Robert Oatley Limited Release Gewurztraminer – Mudgee. 2007 D’Arenberg The Cenosillicaphobic Cat Sagrantino Cinsault. Winery owner Justine Henschke holds bottle next to WA Susan Barros. Shiraz Blend. MORE >>

I guess saying that 2011 was not as eventful as 2010 would be understating it a little. did this last year on my Year in Review 2010 with little difficulty, but this time around, there were many excellent wines to chose from. Shinn Estate Vineyards Rose` 2010. should be back on track after the holiday season. So, here goes. MORE >>

We’ve worked our way through a box of the 2010–liquid air conditioning–so far this summer at the Dr. Vino World Headquarters. It’s from importer Jenny & Francois and is a darker rosé in the glass that hails from organic grenache and cinsault vineyards in Provence. a bottle. Find this wine at retail.). MORE >>

Domain de Mourchon Seguret Loubie (Rose) 2007 Having a Cote du Rhone designation, this Loubie Rose blend of Cinsault, Grenache and Syrah comes from 40 year old estate grown vines. Flavor: broad and fresh; the characteristic fruity aromas of the bouquet come through with complexity and end with a clean finish. MORE >>