14% abv, Valflaunès, imported by Hand picked Selections, Inc., Warrenton, VA. Cork closure: natural. Biodynamic calendar: root day.
Winemaking notes: 50% Syrah, 40% Grenache & 10% Carignan, 190 hectares of sustainably-farmed grapes and very old vine Syrah define this exceptional Languedoc Cru near Montpellier.
Tasting note: the Lancyre is deep garnet in color with a clean nose of medium+ intensity with aromas of lavender, blackberry, fennel and garrigue. On the palate this wine is dry with medium+ acid, medium+ tannin, high alcohol, full body, medium+ flavor intensity and a long finish with flavors of lavender, violet, blackberry, boysenberry, black cherry, Japanese plum, wax, honey, caramel, and herbs de Provence. Drink now, this wine is outstanding: 9.7/10.
