A beautiful example of how well Syrah can do in North Macedonia’s Vardar River Valley region. This 2016, from vines up to 35 years old, delivers a juicy palate full of flavour – tones of blackberry, a bit of blueberry, and some liquorice and toffee with an undercurrent of saddle and spice. Round and seductive structure embraced with smooth, fresh acidity, complemented by 12 months spent in French barriques. Delicious.