Tasting note

The 2010 Faugeres l'Impertinent - Grenache and Cinsault, along with Syrah and some Mourvedre; partly aged in demi-muid and foudre - displays a clarity and generosity from tank that goes beyond the corresponding 2009, reflecting in part the meticulous sorting now applied to incoming fruit. Fresh blackberry, kirsch, smoky black tea, and peat in the nose are perpetuated on an infectiously juicy though firm palate, with mouthwatering salinity and an invigorating nip of black pepper informing an impressively long finish. I expect this will be worth following for 6-8 years. Score - 89-90. (David Schildknecht, erobertparker.com, June 2011)

Garnet in colour, this red boasts a intense nose exuding animal, woody, empyreumatic, spicy and fruity aromas. Discover this medium-bodied wine expressing lively acidity and offering a slender texture and rough tannins. It also unveils a medium mouthfeel that leads into a medium finish.