"Richly layered but seamless, with black Mission fig, mulled spice, Lapsang souchong tea and roasted sage notes that stay both powerful and focused through the long, suave finish. Grenache and Syrah. Drink now through 2018. 915 cases made." 93 points - Wine Spectator, October 15, 2008
"The deep ruby/purple-hued, velvety-textured 2006 Gigondas Valbelle (from 80-year old vines) boasts a gorgeous nose of black fruits, bouquet garni, meat juices, and subtle hints of earth and wood. Full-bodied and opulent with stunning depth as well as richness, it should drink beautifully for 10-15 years." 93 points - Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate, Issue 181
"Inky purple. Peppery, intensely perfumed aromas of blackberry, kirsch, potpourri and graphite; the tiny syrah component is obvious today. Energetic dark berry flavors are given spine by tangy minerals and gain sweetness with air. Very young but there's great potential here. Finishes sweet and precise." 91(+?) points - Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, Jan/Feb 09 | 
