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In the glass, it glows an elegant shade of rose gold with a nose redolent of white flowers, stewed raspberry, watermelon rind and a hint of garrigue in the background. Opening with a vibrant declaration of candied blood orange, white peach and rhubarb, the wine melds together with flinty minerality and a punchy combination of summer stone fruits and fresh strawberries. The core is especially plush and succulent finishing with a citrus driven acidity that begs for more.

Department 66 Others Grenache V16 750ML

Aromas of ripe blue fruits and berry compote are complemented by herbal and floral aromas of garrigue and dried lavender. Concentrated plum and dark fruit flavors give way to mountain spices and dried herbs. A persistent backbone of tannin and acidity adds structure, balance and a lengthy finish on the palate.

Department 66 Pharaon Red Wine V16 750ML

In the famed book, The Count of Monte Cristo, protagonist Edmond Dantes arrives to Marseille on a ship named ‘Pharaon.’ The word’s etymological roots and context since inspired Dave Phinney’s philosophy and the reserve wine for Department 66. Aromas of sweet oak, dark chocolate liqueur and Tahitian vanilla are complemented by ripe plum and herbal sage notes. Savory red fruit flavors of boysenberry and rhubarb fill the palate and blend with a glimpse of schist and minerality. Firm tannins are primed for extended aging while lingering acidity extends the finish across the palate.