Composed of 87% Syrah, 9% Grenache and 4% Tempranillo, the 2015 Syrah G17 has a medium to deep garnet-purple color and nose of licorice, tar and black soil over a core of blackberries and cassis, with hints of dark chocolate and cloves. Medium-bodied, with a good core of black fruit and plenty of pepper and spice, the expressive fruit is well framed by ripe, rounded tannins and it finishes on a lovely aniseed note.