A pure Syrah cuvee (not allowed under the appellation controlee…it must only be around 99.99% Syrah), this is a supple, ripe Syrah that still retains some peppery spice on the finish. Although the dominant fruit note is blueberry and this wine is a bit Shiraz-like, it’s also savory and complex. Drink now–2012. ——J.C.(11/15/2006)—— 90