2013 Domaine du Clos des Fées (Hervé Bizeul)

Blackberry, currants, toasted spice, graphite and hints of licorice all soar from the glass of Herve's classic 2013 Cptes du Roussillon Villages le Clos des Fees. Made from 50% Syrah, 20% each of Carignan and Grenache and the balance Mourvèdre, it offers full-bodied richness, good concentration and the more focused, elegant, pure style of the vintage. It's a top-notch effort that will improve with short term cellaring and keep for a decade.