Domaine L'Aigueliere "Cote Doree" Montpeyroux (Languedoc) 1996

Deep, dull red. Rust rim.

Huge, expressive, totally French Syrah nose of wilted herbs/greens, smoked ham/bacon/breakfast sausage and toast. Breakfast of champions. Where's the fruit? Who cares?

Round with a sour edge that will annoy many. Wilted greens in the mouth too, with latent smoked meat flavors. No fat whatsoever - taut, lean and intense. No question this will sing with the right food.


$30 on release?