The rich, full-bodied 2002 Cuvée Monica is a revelation for its place of origin. An old vine blend of Syrah, Carignan, and Grenache, boasts an inky/purple color along with a spectacular nose of blackberries, crème de cassis, melted asphalt, a hint of bacon fat, and voluptuous flavors. It is a tour de force in winemaking as well as a tribute to Depardieu's vision of quality from this backwater area of North Africa. It should drink well for 5-7 years. Sadly, at this time there is no American importer for this wine, although Bernard Magrez's international connections should ensure that these cuvees end up in the better restaurants and wine shops of not only France, but Western Europe. Hopefully, an innovative American importer will see fit to give American consumers access to these intriguing efforts.This wine will appear under the name Gerard Depardieu. Quantities for his wines range from 400-600 cases, and the debut vintage (2002) will hit the marketplace in fall, 2004.
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