The 2008 Vin du Gard Cabernet/Syrah (70% of the former and 30% of the latter) is a sleeper of the vintage that hit 15% natural alcohol, which is remarkable for this vintage. Round and generous, it offers up copious aromas of tobacco leaf, black currants, spice box and Christmas fruitcake. Drink this surprisingly intense, pure effort over the next 5-6 years.Importer: Robert Kacher Selections, Washington, DC; tel. (202) 832-9083