Looking at the 2023 Côtes Du Rhône as a barrel sample, it has a slightly deeper ruby/purple hue to go with a rocking perfume of ripe red, blue, and black fruits as well as loads of peppery herbs, violets, and incense notes. It's ripe, medium to full-bodied, has a plush, layered mouthfeel, and sweet tannins.
91-93 points, Jeb Dunnuck (Feb 2025)