2001 Domaine Les Roches (Alain et Jérome Lenoir) Chinon - France, Loire Valley, Touraine, Chinon (8/23/2012)
Meh. Thin and boring. Maybe just not what I was looking for, but overall a very metallic taste on the palate and zero fruit expression.
2009 Éric Texier Côtes du Rhône - France, Rhône, Southern Rhône, Côtes du Rhône (8/23/2012)
Dark red fruits, some herbs and a rich finish. Good balance. Very drinkable with dinner which is what I wanted.