The Rhone-styled wines start with the 2007 Mourvedre Limited Release. It contains 8% Syrah and was aged for 18 months in French and American oak. Deep purple-colored, it offers up an aromatic array of game, underbrush, damp earth, blueberry, and blackberry. Relatively forward on the palate, it has plenty of flavor, spicy undertones, good balance, and a lengthy, fruit-filled finish. Drink it over the next 6-8 years. Chateau Ste. Michelle continues to produce large quantities of quality wine at exceptionally fair prices.www.ste-michelle.com