More noteworthy is the estate 2007 Cotes du Rhone-Villages Laudun Chateau de Bord La Croix de Fregere. A blend of 60% Grenache and 40% Syrah from the under-the-radar village of Laudun, it possesses beautiful blackberry and raspberry fruit, deep, concentrated flavors, excellent purity, sweet tannin, and fresh acidity. This negociant firm has become increasingly reliable for a bevy of southern Rhone wines, including these Chateauneuf du Papes and Cotes du Rhones.Various American importers; www.brotte.com