Ripe blackberry, cherry-cola, violet and Asian spices on the intensely perfumed nose, with a smoky nuance in the background. Densely packed dark fruit flavors open up with air to show surprising vivacity for a Cornas, thanks to a spine of bright, juicy acidity. Notes of olive and smoked meat come up with air. Finishes sweet, spicy and long, with repeating smokiness, a floral element and supple tannins.

“The 2011 Cornas Domaine de Saint Pierre is a knockout Cornas that does everything right. Medium to full-bodied, rich and textured, with classic creme de cassis, raspberry, licorice and tinges of vanilla (it is 100% Syrah aged 12 months in new oak) aromas and flavors. Best after 10 years.”  ~ Wine Advocate – 93 Points