2003 Chateau de Lascaux Coteaux du Languedoc Rouge

[Bucko]

We visited the Rhone this year, north and south. Northern Rhone wines fared worse than the South IMHO.

The Northern Rhones were hot and raisiny. Even some of the producers lamented to us about the quality of the vintage. Moving south, the CdPs and Village wines were reasonably tasty, but not what I personally look for.

I'm passing on the '03s. I'm am totally blown away that a noted wine critic is singing the praises of '03 Northern Rhones. Buyer beware. You'll be wise to try before you buy, if at all possible.