Deep ruby/purple-colored, the 2001 Cotes du Rhone Villages-Laudun exhibits a spicy aromatic profile with hints of saddle leather, earth, pepper, and cherry fruit offered in a firm, medium-bodied format. It is one of the most monolithic of Texier's 2001 Cotes du Rhone Villages offerings.
Importers: Louis/Dressner Selections, New York, NY; tel. (212) 319-8768; David Hinkle, North Berkeley Imports, Berkeley, CA; tel. (510) 848-8910; and Vintners Select.