A medium to full-bodied effort, the 2004 Syrah La Serenne sports a meaty nose of horse sweat, leather, black raspberries, and raw beef. Satin-textured, it is spicy, studded with dark fruits, and boasts outstanding depth as well as length. Drink it over the next 7 years.
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