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Triennes 1996 Syrah (Vin de Pays Var)

Price $15

Made by heavy hitters from Burgundy-Aubert de Villaine, who runs Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, and Jacques Seysses, who owns Domaine Dujac. Although the wine bears little resemblance to either, it is still pretty toothsome. Lots of spicy fruit, with length. — W.E. (11/15/1999)

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Triennes 2000 Sainte Fleur Viognier (Vin de Pays Var)

Price $15

Triennes is a collaboration of two Burgundian masters—Jacques Seysses (Domaine Dujac) and Aubert de Villaine (Domaine de la Romanée-Conti)—who together purchased a run-down estate in the south of France back in 1990. The wines have steadily improved, yet the prices remain reasonable. This 100% tank-fermented Viognier shows impressive richness and texture allied to… — J.C. (11/15/2002)

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Triennes 2011 Rosé (Vin de Pays Var)

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Price $19

This is has flavors of apple and red currant, with a dry, light touch. The acidity cuts through the palate, giving it an attractive freshness, with a touch of spice and a crisp finish. — R.V. (10/1/2012)

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Triennes 2010 Sainte Fleur Viognier (Vin de Pays Var)

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Price $20

This is a smooth, orange- and peach-flavored wine, with a rich almost oily texture. It’s rounded with light acidity on the finish. With its weight, this is a wine for food. — R.V. (10/1/2012)

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Triennes 2008 Saint-August Red (Vin de Pays Var)

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Price $20

A ripe and spicy blend of Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, this has ripe black fruits that are laced with firm, dry tannins. There is a herbal character that gives it an edge. — R.V. (10/1/2012)

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Triennes 2009 Rosé (Vin de Pays Var)

Price $18

A more weighty, mineral interpretation, with upfront red fruit that transitions to an edgy, pear-inflected palate with good concentration. Signs off with a final note of crushed raspberries. This one will last through the winter but should be drunk up before the summer of 2011. — J.R. (10/1/2010)

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Saint-August Sainte Fleur

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Red Blend Rosé Syrah Viognier

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