An outstanding effort, the 2003 Crozes Hermitage Les Trois Chenes comes from 100% Syrah and spent 13 months in 30-35% new French oak. Medium-bodied, textured and balanced, with a layered feel, it offers notions of smoke, black olive and distinct meatiness that’s balanced nicely by ample fruit. Drinking beautifully, with some maturity, it’s time to start drinking.