Les Champs Libres other_regions Here the reticent nose is

Here the reticent nose is at once ripe yet cool with a lovely layered quality to the mix of violet

dark pinot fruit and plenty of earth character

Wine doesn t get any better

anise and warm iron-infused earth notes trimmed in a touch of wood that introduce moderately structured middle weight flavors that are restrained yet sweet

the 2017 Syrah Stonessence emanates with a dusty black plum essence and classic black peppercorn aroma before showing elements of olive and worn leather

Les Champs Libres other_regions Here the reticent nose isThe 2018 Les Champs Libres is more backward than the 2017, deprived the same delineation and mineralit by that summer's warmth. The palate is better with welcome flintiness on the entry, more energy and generosity coming through. A peppery touch on the close ensures this finishes on a high. Tasted from ex chteau magnum at Kate & Kon's 40 Year vertical in Austria.