Robert Parker, Jr. - The Wine Advocate:  Rated as An outstanding wine of exceptional complexity and character. "The classic cuvee, which has long been selected by importer Eric Solomon, is their 2010 Domaine d’Andezon, a blend of 90% Syrah and 10% Grenache. While there are critics of Syrah grown in the southern Rhône, even the cynics agree that the old-vine Syrah from the Gard has a special character to it. This wine comes from 40+-year-old Syrah vines and 60+-year-old Grenache vines, bottled unfined and unfiltered after being aged in both tank and concrete. Dense ruby/purple, with a stunning nose of blackberry liqueur and jus de viande (beef/meat juices), its thrilling, intensely pure, full-bodied mouthfeel, good freshness, and striking floral character all combine for one of the very best bargains in dry red wine that readers are likely to find anywhere in the world. This is super and should continue to drink well for another 3-4 years. Drink 2011-2015.
This co-op, located just south of the village of Chateauneuf du Pape in the sector known as the Gard, has been a perennial top-bargain pick in The Wine Advocate." Jun 2011

Winery:  "The classic cuvee, which has long been selected by importer Eric Solomon, is their 2010 Domaine d'Andezon, a blend of 90% Syrah and 10% Grenache. While there are critics of Syrah grown in the southern Rhône, even the cynics agree that the old-vine Syrah from the Gard has a special character to it. This wine comes from 40+-year-old Syrah vines and 60+-year-old Grenache vines, bottled unfined and unfiltered after being aged in both tank and concrete. Dense ruby/purple, with a stunning nose of blackberry liqueur and jus de viande (beef/meat juices), its thrilling, intensely pure, full-bodied mouthfeel, good freshness, and striking floral character all combine for one of the very best bargains in dry red wine that readers are likely to find anywhere in the world. This is super and should continue to drink well for another 3-4 years."

Wired For Wine: Open your first luscious bottle of Domaine D'Andezon Côtes-du-Rhône and be careful when they stampede for the bite-sized Croque Monsieurs (the best broiled ham and cheese sandwich you will ever eat), and hot shooters of French onion soup. It's our take on the lunch special, but for hors d'eouvres instead. At this phenomenal value, make sure you get enough so that you can have multiple courses... The full body, and dark, rich fruit allow for many pairing options from chicken to braised beef. What's your pleasure? We love the subtle floral note and velvety smoothness of this French red with a crisp-roasted chicken served alongside roasted parsnips, golden beets and Jerusalem artichokes. Magnifique! If you're looking for a little more bite, a chicken Tikka Masala is the answer. If casual fare is on the menu, your diners will swoon when they sip this Andezon red with a "crunchburger", a juicy, grilled burger slathered with horseradish mustard mayo and sprinkled with salty potato chips. Who said hedonistic?? Nobody will want to leave, so open another bottle, top off the glasses, and serve a smooth, creamy French Port Salut cheese. Et voila! Another happy ending!

Size:  750ml, cork
Varietal:  90% Syrah, 10% Grenache
Alcohol:  14.5%
Ageing:  Aged in tank, bottled unfiltered
Region:  Côtes-du-Rhône, Southern Rhône, Rhône, France