While in Columbus today ( see previous post) I also picked up a case+ of Les Trois Couronnes 2009 Cotes du Rhone after trying a bottle a few weeks ago. For $9 with case discount this is an excellent CdR with lots for black fruit, some light pepper and perfect balance. Certainly in the same league with St. Combe but for less money. I'll probably pick up another couple cases before it sells through. Look for the 3 gold crowns on the label!
80% Grenache and 20% Syrah abv of %13.5