Château Saint-Roch Chimères

Romazini: 5/5 Stars

The wines from south of France region Languedoc-Roussillon are straight forward, honest and full of character. Chimeres is a refined wine and excellent value!

The Winespectator: 88/100 Points

Vintage 2006: There's good focus, concentration and structure to the cherry, red plum, berry and currant flavors. The vibrant finish features rich spice and sanguine notes. Grenache, Carignan and Syrah. Drink now through 2012.

Robert Parker: 91/100 Points

From (in order of importance) Syrah, Grenache, and Carignan grown on schist, the Chateau Saint Roch 2009 Cotes du Roussillon Chimeres delivers scents and palate impingement akin to crushed stone, with iodine and fruit pit further accenting its ripe dark cherry, purple plum, and black raspberry fruit. This displays a saturation of tine tannins and a stain-inducing intensity of sheer fruit, along with a surprising sense of lift and vivacity, even though those virtues are combined with a hint of heat. It should perform well for at least 3-4 years.

The Winemaker

Lovely garnet-red robe. The nose is complex and powerful. Ample on the palate with well expressed tannins. Ripe red fruit with hints of morello cherry in alcohol. Good overall balance, concentration and lasting in the mouth, a wine full of potential.