The 2013 Syrah is slightly lighter than the 2012 version, but again, 4% Viognier was co-fermented with 96% Syrah. It has those tapenade, roasted herb, sweet black cherry and blackcurrant fruit notes that C?tes R?ties often have. It sees 75% new French oak and definitely seems like a modern California take on a progressive French C?tes R?tie. It should drink well for 7-8 years.