JAMES SUCKLING 

Rate : 91 points

A chalky, focused and well-built redblend of mourvedre, syrah andgrenache. On the nose it shows darkplums, mulberries, earth and exoticspices. Full-bodied with fine, firmtannins. Serious and driven. Needs acouple more years to soften. Fromorganically grown grapes. Drink from2027.

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"Southeast of Marseilles along the southern coast of France is Bormes-Les-Mimosas, a coastline zone of the AOC Côtes de Provence and home of Château Malherbe, a polyculture farm that was converted to vines in the 1960s. Though U.S. consumers might be more familiar with rosé wines from this region, this bottle makes a great case for the reds. This is a classic blend of Syrah, Mourvèdre, and Grenache. It brings subtle notes of leather and cured tobacco along with brambly red and blue fruit and a hint of oak. The mouthfeel is excellent with soft, elegant fruit and quiet yet present tannins."