Main grape varieties: Syrah

What to expect: Dry. Medium to full bodied. Moderate to high tannin and moderate to high acidity. Black fruit, pepper, and floral notes.

Pair with: Steak, lamb, goose, duck, pork, gruyere

Wine picks:

• M. Chapoutier Crozes-Hermitage Les Meysonniers (~$27)
• Domaine Faury St.-Joseph (~$29)
• Jean-Louis Chave Sélection St.-Joseph Offerus (~$33)
• Domaine Vincent Paris Cornas Granit 60 (~$60)