Tasting - Delaroche Cotes du Rhone

Name: Delaroche Cotes du Rhone
Variety: 50% Syrah, 40% Grenache and 10% Mourvedre 
Region: Rhone Valley
Country: France
Year: 2011
Price: $8.95
Winery Review: "This semi-opaque ruby, custom cuvée of 50% Syrah, 40% Grenache and 10% Mourvedre is made specifically for Fran Kysela. It exhibits very fresh, ripe dark red fruit with very good palate weight and depth and ends with rich fruit notes. Made from organically grown grapes. Incredible value!"
- I-WineReview (December 2013), 90 pts.My Review: This wine smelled like dark berries, such as black cherries, blackberries and cranberries with a tinge of mint at the end. The taste was different than what I had expected from the smell, with a light, crisp apple flavor and a tannic sensation in the aftertaste. I did not have this wine with any food, but I loved it and would definitely purchase it!