2011 Domaine de Trévallon Rouge, Alpilles, Provence

Trévallon Rouge always has similarities in structure and finesse to the finer wines of the Médoc whilst holding resonance with the dense, dark wines of the Northern Rhône. 2011 is no different, with the Rhone aspect holding a stronger hold over the palate at the moment. Rich and exuberant red and black fruit vie for attention through the front of the palate. A distinctive white pepper lifts the mid palate before a focussed, linear finish. This wine is refreshing and appealing now, but will surely benefit from a further two years in the cellar and can be enjoyed over the following ten.