The 2015 Pic Saint Loup Grande Cuvée spent 18 months in oak, about 20% new. A blend of 60% Syrah, 35% Grenache and 5% Mourvèdre, it starts off with hints of cedar, baking spices and leather, then adds complex notes of cherries, blueberries, black olives and roasted meat. It's medium to full-bodied yet remains smooth and silky in feel, showing no signs of over-ripeness or overextraction. In short, it's a lovely example of the balance that Pic Saint-Loup can produce.