From an east-facing (hence, cooler) site, Cuilleron's 2017 C?te R?tie Lieu Dit Bonnivieres is 100% Syrah, matured in 50% new oak. It features herbal notes, hints of black tea and crisp red berry fruit, and it's medium-bodied, with a taut, wiry feel, silky tannins and a long, crisp finish. I suspect this may age well past my predicted drinking window. Tasted twice (once blind), with consistent results.