Château d'Esclans Côtes de Provence Rosé Garrus 2008 $90
91 pts.

Concentrated aromas and flavors of dried citrus give this rosé plenty of power.

Glazed pear and pineapple fill the midpalate, and the creamy finish features rich, spicy notes.

Balanced and elegant. Drink now through 2013. 250 cases made. - K.M.

Château d'Esclans Côtes de Provence Rosé Esclans 2008 $35
90 pts.

Very suave, elegant and expressive, with a spicy aroma and intense dry cherry and plum flavors that are modulated by buttercream notes.

The rich finish features candied ginger and glazed apricot. Drink now through 2013. 3,000 cases made. - K.M.