A 1998 Syrah from the Hermitage appellation in the Northern Rhone of France. This wine is expressive of the vineyards in this very small appellation and is a great representation of a full-bodied Northern Rhone Syrah. This wine is deep in colour, with high levels of tannin that have soften with bottle age and has aromas of olive, plum, peppercorn, chocolate and tobacco. Sweetness: dry Acidity: medium-plus Tannins: high Alcohol: medium Body: full