More interesting is the 2009 Cote Rotie Rose Pourpre. Its dense ruby/purple color is followed by copious aromas of heady black raspberry fruit intermixed with licorice, incense and smoky oak. This flavorful, full-bodied, ripe 2009 should drink well for 10-15 years.
Importers: North Berkeley Wine Imports, Oakland, CA; tel. (510) 336-9880 and Cynthia Hurley French Wines 617-965-4251