#4 – TOP 100 BEST BUYS OF THE YEAR 2018; This buoyant red wine is marked by aromas of ripe blackberries, blueberries and anise. It’s full bodied and plump but balanced by crisp acidity and a firm, tannic finish. An easy-drinking but classic Côtes du Rhône, it has just a hint of mineral intensity. Enjoy now–2021. – A.I.