Country: France /
Variety: Rhône-style Red Blend Rhône Valley
Winery: Domaine La Consonnière / Châteauneuf-du-Pape
This is a bit tarry at first, but gradually opens up to reveal slightly herbal fruit notes of cassis and hints of olive and tomato—very Provençal. It’s silky on the finish, so it’s easy to drink now and over the next 5–6 years.