The Old Vine Syrah patch was planted in the 1930s and is on a slope of the property with a westerly aspect. These old gnarly vines are planted in heavily decomposed ironstone and quartz. The style of wine is completely individual and the winemaking team always comment on how light the style is and how exotic the spices are in this vineyard. The spices come across like incense mixed with deeply aromatic and smoky lapsang oolong tea. Exotic characters such as sandalwood, cocoa powder, sarsaparilla and cola elements top the roast meat and flinty, strawberry and cream palette of this wine. The lighter frame on this style is highly attractive and the intoxicating spices combine to create something highly exotic.

PIERRE JEAN VILLA Esprit d'Antan Syrah, Collines Rhodanienn

Demeter certified biodynamic blend of 80% syrah and 20% Grenache. Grown in the gentle slope outside mediterranean coastal city of Nimes in the south of France. Enticing aromas of black fruits, spices and leather with freshly shaved truffles notes in the background. The mouthfeel is silky-smooth with a nice presence of soft, round tannins and reminiscence of red fruits. Gold medal at Sakura Japan Women’s Award. 16/20 Jancis Robinson. 88/100 WINE ENTHUSIAST. Silver medal at Orange Wine Competition. Bronze medal at Mâcon Wine Competition.

Sulphite Free... Harvested at night to prevent oxidation, winemaking process avoid the use of SO2 to keep the freshness and protect the aromas of the grapes. Fermentation is based on natural yeasts and is maintained at a temperature of 28°C (82°F) to preserve the fruit aromas in the wine. Eye: deep red color Nose: red fruits aromas Palate: red fruits and spices flavors. Fine and well integrated tannins