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Domaine la Bouysse 2010 Valensol Red (Corbières)

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A deep ruby wine with brilliant reflections. It has a youthful, fruit-driven nose backed by mineral undertones. Opulent bramble fruit appears on the nose, with blueberry flavors on the palate highlighted by a dusting of cocoa powder. Supple and smooth tannins finish lightly dusty and moderate acidity aids the medium finish. Drink now–2015. — W.E. (6/1/2012)

Bernard Magrez 2009 Passion d’une Vie Red (Côtes du Roussillon)

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Its red fruit-driven nose gives way to a significantly earthy palate, which also shows dried mushrooms and exotic spices. Full-bodied and generous in alcohol, this wine possesses somewhat chunky, though attractive, tannins. The acidity is fresh and balances the fairly rich texture. The finish is moderate. Drink now through 2015. — W.E. (6/1/2012)

Mas Amiel 2009 Notre Terre Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages)

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Generous in color, this wine has a violet-flecked, dark-ruby hue. Game and mineral aromas mix with a blueberry cobbler note. Sophisticated, dense tannins and medium-plus acidity provide structure to this intensely-bodied wine. A good wine for hearty and flavorful food as the oak is well-integrated and the wine is finely balanced. — W.E. (6/1/2012)

Domaine la Croix Gratiot 2011 Picpoul (Picpoul de Pinet)

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Lightly amylic-pear drop, resin, mineral, stone-fruit and peach-skin aromas dominate the youthful nose of this wine. Very clean and mineral-focused. The medium body and vibrant acidity give the palate a firm texture. Given its short, crisp finish, it is best consumed between now and through 2013. Good by the glass or with light fare. — W.E. (6/1/2012)

Château Maylandie 2010 Exquises Esquisses Grenache Blanc (Corbières)

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A youthful, pale straw color is the backdrop of haunting aromas of Marcona almond, dried lemon peel and hay. Zesty citrus notes on the palate are accompanied by hazelnut, baguette crust and vanilla. The vanilla continues on with the medium finish—a clear indicator of some oak influence. Round and succulent, yet balanced by fairly refreshing acidity. — W.E. (6/1/2012)

Château Salitis 2005 Cuvée des Dieux Red (Cabardes)

Densely-colored, dark wine. Somewhat sullen and closed nose, yet on the palate, blackberry coulis aromas lead to aged and charred steak flavors. This is a moderately complex wine with a briefly lingering finish. Leather and dried earth notes suggest this wine has evolved to benefit but that it should be consumed now to 2014. — W.E. (6/1/2012)

Domaine Begude 2008 L’Etoile de Begude Chardonnay (Limoux)

Deep yellow in color. This has a somewhat closed nose with hints of hay, yellow fruit and honey. The fairly low acidity magnifies the full body, round midpalate and creamy texture. A well-integrated note of buttered toast nods to the use of some new oak. This wine is for hearty poultry and polenta dishes. — W.E. (6/1/2012)

Abbaye de Valmagne 2011 Le Secret de Frère Nonenque Red (Vin de Pays des Collines de la Moure)

This wine boasts a bright and youthful ruby-red color. Its nose is crammed with exuberant scents of red cherries and fresh blueberries, along with just-picked rosemary and thyme. There is a faint whiff of vanilla and cocoa pointing to some new oak influence. Moderately viscous, this wine is soft in texture, with supple tannins and supporting acidity. Short on the finish. — W.E. (6/1/2012)

2008 Solsticio

A big wine that handles its 15.3% abv. Smells of pastry, earth and soft…

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