S M Second Edition, Xavier Vignon

Description

A blend of the 2015 and 2016 vintages, the NV Côtes du Rhône S M checks in as the same equal parts Grenache and Syrah raised in tank and barrel. A huge nose of cassis, ground black pepper, garrigue, and olive tapenade gives way to a ripe, rounded, medium to full -bodied effort that has good acidity, building tannin, a seamless, light texture, and a great finish. It’s a singular wine that has a big kiss of Northern Rhône Syrah with a touch of the rounded, sexy, opulent style of the south. It’s going to drink nicely for a decade. 94 points Jeb Dunnuck

Pair with Steak served with Rosemary potatoes or  Pork with tapenade noire (Black olives purée).