91
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Domaine de la Guicharde 2003 Cuvée Genest Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages)
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$14
In many ways, this wine reflects the spirit of France’s new vignerons. Isabelle and Arnaud Guicharde started the domaine only 18 years ago. The husband and wife team, with no prior winemaking experience, admit that at the beginning, “We made all the mistakes we could.” They’ve certainly come a long way. This wine is fragrant and spicy, filled with scents of…
— J.C.
(11/15/2006)
86
points
Domaine de la Guicharde 2004 Red (Côtes du Rhône)
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$11
This blend of 80% Grenache and 20% Syrah is a simple, easygoing quaff filled with black cherry fruit and endowed with a ripe, supple texture. Enjoy it over the next 6–12 months. Imported by Russell Herman.
— J.C.
(11/15/2006)