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Inky black fruit, cloves, leather, bittersweet chocolate and new French oak bring out the darker, more potent side of Syrah to great effect. The Reserve turns more savory and nuanced in the glass, as hints of lavender and pepper start to emerge.
...starts with a very savory nose of bacon fat, bouquet garni and black olives, giving way to a core of baked plums and blackberry preserves with touches of licorice and cracked black pepper. Full-bodied and full-on decadent, the palate bursts with black fruit and savory layers, framed by firm, rounded tannins and bold freshness, finishing long and spicy. Impressive!