Blended of 97% Syrah and 3% Viognier, the 2016 Syrah has a deep garnet-purple color and is just a little rubbery on the nose to begin, giving way to a compelling perfume of violets, preserved plums, black forest cake and cracked black pepper with wafts of garrigue and bacon. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is packed with fragrant black fruit layers, framed by soft, rounded tannins and lovely freshness, finishing long and peppery / savory. 1103 cases were made.