The 2016 Faugères Boreas is 76% Syrah, with the balance split equally among Carignan, Grenache and Mourvèdre; aging was split between barrels (including some new) and tanks. The nose features a fetching combination of woodsmoke, crushed stone and anise, followed by blackberries on the medium-bodied palate. The wood is well balanced, playing a supporting role here, and offers just a bit of gentle tannin on the finish.

A firm, powerful red, featuring dried red berry, black tea and boysenberry flavors edged with full tannins. Tangy, with spice and mineral notes detailing the finish. Drink now through 2022. 375 cases made, 60 cases imported.??–GS??Region: France / Languedoc-Roussillon / Faugères Select to Add