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“One of California’s first serious Rhone Ranger blends was Bonny Doon’s Le Cigare Volant, a whimsical take-off on Chateauneuf du Pape. A blend of 34% Grenache, 33% Syrah, 27% Mourvedre, 2% Viognier, 2% Cinsault, and 2% Carignan, the 2001 Le Cigare Volant exhibits a classic kiss of kirsch liqueur intermixed with licorice, balsam wood, and subtle herbs. An easy-going, medium-bodied, light, fragrant, seductive red, it should be consumed over the next 2-3 years. By the way, two early vintages (1984 and 1985) are still holding up, but they were (and remain) much more concentrated than recent versions.” – Rated 87, Robert Parker “Fresh scents of raspberry and wild berry, with touches of floral, it turns elegant and trim on the palate, showing deft balance and good length. Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre and others. Drink now through 2008. 8,590 cases made. -JL” – Rated 87, Wine Spectator |
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