Dry and full-bodied. The entry is silky, coating the mouth with ripe tannins. The Syrah dominates the mid-palate with savory olive tapenade and bacon fat, while the Grenache lifts the finish with a burst of cranberry acidity. The alcohol sits comfortably at 14.5% ABV, providing warmth without burning.
90/100 (Outstanding for its class)
The bouquet is explosive yet elegant. Initial notes of blackberry jam and plum compote give way to secondary layers of dried oregano, thyme, and crushed black pepper. With aeration, subtle hints of dark chocolate and vanilla from the oak aging (6 months in French oak barrels) emerge. villa vevrier 2021