Montirius Cotes du Rhone La Muse Papilles 2017

While a bit closed and smoky upon opening, this wine reveals fresh peach, raspberry and strawberry hints after some aeration. Vinified with ambient yeasts, it's a full-bodied dry rosé offering equal parts savory herb and mineral intensity and delicate apple and pear fruit. Fresh acidity makes for a brisk finish.

Red plum colour; broad nose that moves forward – this has a comfortable Grenache depth, breathes the south from within, has cards to play, with a few dark, more licorice notes. The palate continues the latent strength, but also the order of the bouquet. A good, grounded Côtes du Rhône with no unnecessary frills. There is a nice flourish of broad fruit on the end. From late 2014. Drink with pork, white meats