A blend of equal parts Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot the 2006 Rollan de By performs well above its humble pedigree exhibiting a dense white chocolate character interwoven with notions of black currants cedar and spice. Medium to full-bodied with abundant fruit and flesh as well as supple silky tannin in the finish it should drink well for 10-15 years. Proprietor Jean Guyon marches to the beat of different drummer. He has brought in the renowned winemaking consultant Dr. Alain Raynaud to oversee the production of these two cuvees which are always among the finest wines of the Medoc. They compete favorably with their classified growth brethren even though they sell at a fraction of the price.