The 2015 Cortona Syrah Cuculaia is a rich and darkly concentrated expression of the Rh?ne grape. Plush and softly textured layers unfold to blackberry, dark plum, charred meat, spice and tobacco. The thing that stands out most about the wine is the precision of the aromas and the seamless nature in which they fit together like a jigsaw puzzle. The personality of the wine is robust and full-bodied, but Cuculaia delivers plenty of pretty elegance as well.