Domaine de la Navicelle – La Syrah 2011 – IGP Var

The nose is fruity and relatively aromatic. It reveals notes of fresh blackberry and slight notes of ripe black fruits associated with a discreet hint of violet/flowers, ripe red berries, spices as well as a very discreet hint of olive/grove and a very discreet hints of sweet spices. The palate is fruity, juicy, fine, sleek, suave, well-balanced and offers a slight mineral frame as well as a beautiful silky matter. In the mouth this wine expresses notes of juicy blackberry, black cherry, plum and slight hints of strawberry associated with a discreet hint of blueberry, liquorice, sweet spices as well as an imperceptible hint of garrigue (in the background). Tannins are fine and slightly firm. There is a slight suavity on the finish/aftertaste. Good length.