2008 Côtes du Rhône, Mon Coeur, J.L. Chave Sélection

Sourced from the very best villages in the Southern Rhône, namely Valréas, Vinsobres and Rasteau, this is a fantastic Côtes du Rhône, self-evidently punching above its putative weight. This is more than confirmed by the palate; sweet Grenache at the core but with plenty of Syrah colour and grip lending support. Jean Louis spends a lot of time on this cuvée, the benefit of which should soon become abundantly clear.
(Simon Field MW, BBR Buyer)

This has character, with a dark, burly edge to the bittersweet cocoa, mulled blackberry fruit and coffee-tinged finish. Hints of garrigue and mineral flitter through as well. Should open nicely with brief cellaring. Drink now through 2010. 3,000 cases imported.
(James Molesworth - Southern Rhône Values - Wine Spectator - 19-Jun-2009)