89
points
Domaine de la Présidente 2005 Grands Classiques White (Côtes du Rhône)
Performs well above what its modest appellation would have you believe, delivering a perfumed bouquet of stone fruit and nasturtium blossom, with a hint of anise. On the palate, it’s rich, mouthcoating and spicy, with a lingering finish.
— J.C.
(11/15/2006)
87
points
Domaine de la Présidente 2004 Grands Classiques Cairanne Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages)
Nicely done, balancing raspberry fruit with peppery spice and a hint of stone fruit. It could still use more complexity, but this is still very good. Drink now-2010.
— J.C.
(11/15/2006)
86
points
Domaine de la Présidente 2003 Partides Cairanne Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages)
Oaky, with obvious vanilla and cedar notes that are nonetheless reasonably well managed. Ripe black cherry flavors support the wood without being overwhelmed. Drink now.
— J.C.
(11/15/2006)