A top note of herbal tea is present on the otherwise earthy and brooding nose of red currant and dark raspberry

I can't put down my glass

finesse and filigreed purity that is reminiscent of slate and quartzite rather than deep clay

they introduced foudres for part of the wine

with gently chewy tannins

Trinity Hill, Homage Syrah Vintage:2014 A top note of herbalTasted blind. Shaded, polished garnet. Peppery, leathery nose. Very classic and rewarding. Great balance. Bone dry finish but perfect poise. Fresh and racy. Almost more like a mouthwash than a wine in a good way! Cool in every way. (This tasted like a dead ringer for Cte Rtie!) (JR)