Sorrel also produces two cuvees of red Hermitage, a regular offering as well as Le Greal (most of which is from Le Meal with about 10% from Greffieux). The dark purple-colored 2007 Hermitage offers sweet aromas of creme de cassis, graphite and subtle smoke, good acidity, a seductive, surprisingly forward style for a Sorrel wine and a heady finish. Drink it over the next 10-12 years. Sorrel’s holdings in Larnage in Crozes-Hermitage consist of equal parts Roussanne and Marsanne. In most vintages, Sorrel produces two cuvees of white Hermitage. The top white is Les Rocoules, which emerges from that well-know hillside site on the granite Hill of Hermitage. Importer: J. O. A. Imports, McLean, VA; www.jaowineimports.com