Domaine de la Mordoree's 1996 Cotes du Rhone is a robust, peppery, beautifully made, Grenache-driven red wine. The blend consists of 40% Grenache, with the balance Syrah, Cinsault, Carignan, Mourvedre, and small quantities of Picpoul and Counoise (the latter two grapes are rarely encountered in the southern Rhone). This dark ruby-colored wine is medium-bodied, ripe, spicy, and soft. Drink it over the next 2 years. Importer: Kysela Pere et Fils, Winchester, VA; tel (540) 888-7939