Moving to the Rhone releases, all three of these latest releases are flat out fantastic. The 2013 Syrah Seven checks in as a mix of 89% Syrah, 8% Grenache, 2% Mourvèdre and a splash of Viognier that’s from a mix of vineyards throughout the Santa Ynez Valley. Aged 20 months in 7% new oak, it offers classic notes of blackberries, peppery herbs, smoked game and a kiss of olive in its medium to full-bodied, balanced, layered and seamless personality. There are only 400 cases available, but it’s a seriously impressive red to drink over the coming decade.