cave de tain remains a reference-point cave cooperative. the nose of this cuvée inspires shivers of anticipation, offering hints of bacon, cracked pepper, blueberries, roasted meat and black olives. it's only medium-bodied, but harmonious and nicely silky in texture. if there's a quibble, it's that the finish falls off a bit quickly, but this wine should still capably scratch nearly any syrah itch.
Noble Rives