The prodigious 2007 Cotes du Rhone-Villages Rasteau Les Esqueyrons is an atypical blend (for Rasteau) of equal parts Grenache and Syrah. The Grenache was aged in tank, and the Syrah in demi-muids. This is a dark ruby/purple-hued, stunningly rich offering exhibiting a sumptuous nose of roasted meats, Provencal herbs, lavender, licorice, oodles of black cherry and black currant fruit, and hints of chocolate and forest floor. A compelling, full-bodied, concentrated effort, it should drink well young, yet, because of its fresh acids, precision, and harmony, evolve for 10-15+ years. These fairly priced as well as exceptionally high quality efforts are made under the guidance of winemaking consultant Philippe Cambie, who has quickly brought Domaine Grand Nicolet to the top. Importer: Peter Weygandt, Weygandt-Metzler, Unionville, PA; tel. (610) 486-0800