Yves Cuilleron Syrah Collines Rhodaniennes 2018

The “Les Vignes d’à Côté is a great representation of de-classified syrah that is coming to us from the south of France. This pure Syrah is sourced from vineyards in Chavanay, essentially granite-infused soils. The Syrah is destemmed at harvest, fermentation is in open-top cuves with a two week maceration. An elevage then proceeds for approximately eight months in a mix of stainless steel and small barrel. Licorice, herbs, anise, big with bold earth, bacon