TASTING NOTES FOR Abbotts & Delaunay Syrah Pays d’Oc AOP Southern France 2020

🍷 Appearance
Deep, inky crimson with a rich, dark core—intense and inviting in the glass.

👃 Aromas
Lifted and aromatic, showing raspberry, redcurrant and blackcurrant.
Layers of spice and a distinctive hint of mint add freshness and complexity.

👅 Palate
Medium to full-bodied with a plush, rounded structure.
Juicy dark berry fruits flow through the palate, supported by savoury spice and subtle earthy undertones, delivering excellent depth and balance.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Smooth and silky with fine, integrated tannins.
The finish is long and elegant, with lingering dark fruit, spice and a gentle savoury edge.

🍇 Overall Style
A classic southern French Syrah—ripe, expressive and beautifully rounded.
Combines generous fruit with savoury complexity, making it both approachable and refined in style.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with grilled meats, lamb, game or hearty Mediterranean dishes.
Also excellent with charcuterie and rich, slow-cooked meals.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A stylish, fruit-driven French Syrah that delivers depth, spice and silky texture.
Ideal for mixed dozens—adds an international twist while still being easy to enjoy and great value.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷