2005 Domaine du Joncier Lirac **

Deep color, almost opaque. Tightly wound nose of wild flowers and wood. This is a very good, wintery bistro wine from an outstanding vintage. According to fellow blogger Dave Treiger, this Lirac was, "Made from 45% Grenache, 45% Syrah and 10% Mourvedre." Dave liked its, "deep ruby color with initial aromas of black pepper and ripe plum." I agree with his notes. It's a "big wine," with 14.5% alcohol and can stand up to flank steak.