Reviews & Ratings

2009 Tardieu Laurent French - Rhone (Red Blend) "Les Becs Fins"

Winery: Tardieu Laurent

Vintage: 2009

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Les Becs Fins"

Wine Category: French - Rhone (Red Blend)

Grape blend: 60% Grenache & 40% Syrah

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Cotes du Rhone Villages

State or country: France

Price: $21

Cases produced: 1,200

KWG Score: 89.3 (based on 3 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (88)

Review date: June 7, 2011

Wine Review: This opaque and dark ruby colored blend of Grenache and Syrah opens with a plum and black currant bouquet. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, slightly acidic, and very fruit forward. The flavor profile is a black currant with notes of oak and black pepper. The finish is dry and its dusty mild oak tannins linger for a bit after the wine is gone. The wine would pair very well with beef bourguignon. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Great color with ever-present tannins, remains great value for money.

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