"There is only one way to describe a wine such as this ... amazing! Made from 100% Syrah and aged in both tank and new barrels (one-third of the wine was aged in new oak casks). This is a remarkable Syrah from a high-altitude vineyard in the southern Rhone valley's department of the Gard. An amazing wine for the price, this wine and all of importer Robert Kacher's other red Vin du Pays du Gard wines are entitled to the Costieres de Nimes appellation but have been declassified so that their varietals could be listed on the label. This is a special cuvee produced exclusively for the United States market with the assistance of the estate's American importer." Robert Parker

Vin de Pays du Gard Cabernet-Syrah
2002 $12.99
"These are two fine values from the Costieres de Nimes. The 2002 (35% Cabernet and 65% Syrah) possesses surprisingly good density for the vintage. Aged in small oak barrels, this medium bodied red reveals lovely cassis and currant fruit intertwined with tobacco leaf and spice characteristics. Enjoy it over the next year." Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate #151
"Full bodied, with good concentration and richness to the dark plum, dark cherry and blackberry flavors, which extend nicely on the finish with dark chocolate and coffee notes. Drink now through 2007." The Wine Spectator 9/15/04

Vin de Pays du Gard Viognier
2003 $12.99
"A classic Viognier, this stylish 2003 (which was aged 90 days on its lees) exhibits a honeysuckle, apricot and white flower scented bouquet as well as an attractive texture. Reminiscent of a mid level Condrieu from the Rhone Valley." Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate #153