I found the nose of the 2013 Venus la Universal truly captivating. The blend has been changing over time, and there's now only a small part of Syrah with some 60% Cari?ena and 30% Garnacha from clay and limestone soils. It's very aromatic, expressive and open, with floral, elegant aromas and a subtle mouthfeel with velvety tannins and a core of acidity that seems to be the backbone that lifts it up. It has a very long, tasty finish. 5,400 bottles produced from a 4,000-liter foudre.