What makes Courtney Gamay so special isn’t just the vineyard, it’s the way it is treated in the winery: 30-35% new oak for up to 16 months … this is some serious wine made from the “lowly” Gamay grape – and good for Malivoire for doing it this way. Nose is earthy with black cherry and cranberry notes … Palate has tannins that grab the tongue, but delicately, with smoky red and black cherry fruit along with vanilla, cinnamon and a real lengthy finish. Price: $25.95 – Rating: ****+