A special Syrah from the Maremma region in Tuscany that spends 16 months in oak, 20% of which is new and only 5000 bottles made each year. Despite the 16 month of wood contact the wine retains its freshness with gentle pepper, cassis and raspberry notes along with a meatiness on the mid-palate; it ends with good acidity and elegant mouthfeel.  Price: $50.99 – Rating: *** ½+