Romain Duvernay 2018 Cotes du Rhone Villages "Plan de Dieu" 750ml

[2017 vintage] A concrete-aged blend of 75% Grenache, 20% Syrah and 5% Mourvèdre, the 2017 Cotes du Rhone Villages Plan de Dieu shows hints of crushed stone on the nose, followed by waves of blackberry, black cherry and ripe stone fruit on the full-bodied palate. It's rich and concentrated, with a velvety feel and a long finish. It should drink well for 5-6 years.

-- Joe Czerwinski, The Wine Advocate, 2018