From 60-year-old vines the 2004 Grenache Cornerstone (which was aged in old French wood) reveals plenty of power and potency (16% alcohol) yet comes across as elegant restrained and almost feminine. Its deep ruby color is followed by a sweet perfume of black cherries loamy soils crushed pepper and a southern Rhone Valley floral-like character. With superb purity texture and definition this full-bodied yet light on its feet beauty can be enjoyed over the next 5-7 years.