' Also rock-solid, the 2012 Cotes du Rhone Villages Massif D-Uchaux Arbouse checks in as a blend of 70% Grenache, 20% Syrah and 10% Carignan that sees no oak. Deeply coloured, it offers smoky black cherry, new leather, bouquet garni and earthy qualities to go with a medium-bodied, beautifully pure and lively feel on the palate. Up-front and easy-drinking, it has solid mid-palate depth and rock-solid balance. It, too, is a solid value and will drink nicely for 4-5 years. Drink now-2018. 90 points Jeb Dunnuck writing for Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
While Matthew Jukes writes '‘a more genial, everyday, black cherry and bonfire-night-scented beauty then my featured Arbouse is another spectacular creation. Awarding it 18/20 in my notes and packing in more flavour than any inexpensive CdR I can remember this is a must for the autumn/winter season. It’s so refreshing to see inspired independent merchants kicking supermarket butt on flavour, value and authenticity!’