Mas des Aveylans Syrah 2003

This beautiful, dense purple-colored Syrah reveals classic blackberry and currant notes intermixed with notions of licorice as well as pepper. Medium to full-bodied and chewy, with nicely integrated acidity and tannin, Mas des Aveylands consistently turns out one of the world's best value-priced Syrahs. The finish lasts at least 20 seconds, impressive for a wine of this price. Drink it over the next several years.