Francois Villard "L'appel des Sereines" Syrah 2016

Almost all of this incredibly good-value Syrah comes from the northern Rhône, for a style and quality usually found at twice the price. 100% destemmed and aged in foudres, this is all about the purity of the fruit, with aromas of blackberry, black cherry, licorice, bacon, and earth backed up by a palate that’s got a tannic grip and a long spicy finish.