The 2017 Cotes- du- Rhone was a great vintage for Syrah. The Northern Rhone Valley�s season that year was perfect for classy syrah, late and cool season. The Syrah from this region gave remarkable results with full fruit freshness with nice, tight texture. Very straight forward and precise wine. Sight/ Appearance A clear wine on sight with medium intensity. Nice ruby color with decent purple hues. Nose Clean on the nose with medium plus intensity. Developing aromas of Chocolate, Cherries and ripe Black Fruits. Palate It is a dry wine with medium plus acidity and medium minus tannin. A very nice full bodied wine with medium plus intensity. Slight hint of raw meat along with spicy notes of star anise, cloves, white pepper and black pepper. Flavor of Coffee is also prominent. Finish This wine has a medium finish, not too short and not much lingering too. A very good wine which can be drunk now or if you wish, you can keep it further for few more years. Overall Rating Sweetness: Dry Alcohol: Medium + Acidity: Medium Tannin: Medium � Suggestive Foods: Meat Stew Grilled Meat Cured Pork Dishes