A blend of 95% Syrah, 3% Grenache and 2% Viognier, the 2015 Hommage à nos Pairs Reserve opens in the glass with notes of black cherry, cassis, blackberries and bay leaf, framed by a light touch of new oak that's already nicely integrated. On the palate, it's full-bodied, deep and concentrated, with a taut, layered core, an ample chassis of rich, chalky tannins and a long, youthfully chewy finish. This will reward a few years of patience and should enjoy 10-15 years of longevity.