An outstanding effort, the dense ruby/purple-tinged 2006 Vacqueyras Cuvee Classique exhibits lavender, roasted herb, black cherry, loamy soil, and pepper characteristics. Medium to full-bodied and supple-textured, this delicious, pure, well-balanced 2006 can be drunk over the next 5-6 years. Proprietor Bernard Burle has 45 acres in Vacqueyras which represents half of his entire domaine in the southern Rhone.A Jack Siler Selection, Springfield, VA; tel. (703) 644-5210; various American importers.