90
points
Domaine la Coste 2000 Ultra Red (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence)
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$28
This wine is mostly Syrah—from old vines—and it really delivers the goods. The nose is deep and earthy, with a hint of minerals. The big plum-filled mouth is meaty and saturated, but not tannic or harsh. And the finish is tasty and fruity, with nuances of vanilla and spice. Overall it’s a rock-solid winner with length, complexity and muscle.
— M.S.
(2/1/2003)