Priced as low as $10 in some markets, this is a terrific value and a strong argument for the excellence of the 2010 vintage in the southern Rhône. It shows red and black cherry fruit along with hints of dried herbs and smoked meat. Medium-bodied, with a pure, fresh profile and just enough tannins to frame the fruit, this will work beautifully with a roasted chicken or most preparations of duck or pork.
Ferraton, Côtes-du-Rhône (Rhône Valley, France) 2010
By Michael Franz