2005 Patrick Lesec Chateauneuf-du-Pape les Galets Blonds

"Inky ruby. Deep, pungent scents of garrigue-accented red and dark berries. Imploded blackberry and cassis flavors are complicated by licorice, bitter chocolate and oak spices. Firms up nicely on the back, gaining freshness and energy and finishing with superb persistence." 94/100 - Vinous