A blend of 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Franc, fermented using pump-overs in concrete tanks and aged 18 months in all French oak barrels (50% new). Deep purple in color with well formed legs; dry, medium-full-bodied with balanced acidity and medium-plus phenolics. Juicy black & red fruit (black cherry, red cherry, plum) perfumed with dusty-gravelly-limestone earth, supple oak, and accents of black flowers, red flowers, sweet dark spice, and black pepper. Fine lingering finish; complete, delicious, lovely-in-the-mouth. This is vigneron/winemaker Arnaud de la Barre's best Laplagnotte Bellevue yet. 92+. 24.99 750ml

Purple Haze is a fresh little goat's milk cheese from Cypress Grove Chevre in Northern California .The unexpected marriage of lavender and wild fennel pollen distinguish Purple Haze and make it utterly addictive. The combination of the herbs with the smooth and creamy chevre taste is unique and reconfirms the Provencale/Mediterranean identity of California flavors and cuisine. $4.89 4oz