Brusset, Cotes Du Rhone Cairanne Cuvee Hommage Andre Brusse Vintage:1999 all wrapped in a mildly

all wrapped in a mildly rustic but highly persistent mineral-inflected finish

verging on sour lemon mixed with lime and peach towards the finish

Moreover the refined mouth feel of the relatively powerful medium weight flavors is noticeably tighter with plenty of punch that carries over to the beautifully long finish that really fans out as it sits on the plate

By contrast there is good freshness to the nicely vibrant and well detailed flavors that offer solid length on the refreshing if rustic finale

The NV Rosé 29ème Édition is bright and effusive in the glass

Brusset, Cotes Du Rhone Cairanne Cuvee Hommage Andre Brusse Vintage:1999 all wrapped in a mildlyA winner. Dark and deep, complex, full bodied and supple textured. Tobacco, spice, smoke and plum, with a mineral touch. With its ripe fruit, sweet tannins and black color, here is a wonderful Cairanne. The finish remains velvety a sign of greatness. Drink now through 2009. 665 cases made. PM