Marcoux, Lirac La Lorentine 2021 750ML burgDC2026 The 2018 Les Cruzelles is

The 2018 Les Cruzelles is composed of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc

10% Syrah and the rest a mix of permitted varieties

a touch of boysenberry jam tucked just underneath

cloves and leather add to an impression of somber intensity

Marcoux, Lirac La Lorentine 2021 750ML burgDC2026 The 2018 Les Cruzelles isThe 2021 Lirac La Lorentine is mainly Syrah and Mourvdre, with some Grenache, from a small property the Armeniers began working with in 2003. It's a bit tarry on the nose, but it opens up to reveal black olives and cassis. Medium to full bodied, it's a more linear, focused effort than usual, with a bit of astringency on the finish.