2000 Syrah ‘Case Via’, Fontodi New In but still want the wine

but still want the wine to have manners

For when: the music’s loud

soft cheeses

crisp green apple and a hint of honey

delivered grapes with exceptional aromatic intensity and perfect botrytis development

2000 Syrah ‘Case Via’, Fontodi New In but still want the wineTuscan Smoke Case Via Syrah from Fontodi is never shy, and the 2000 has moved into a wonderfully mature register. Dark cherry, blackberry, plum, black pepper, smoked meat, leather, liquorice and warm earth all come through, with a faint violet lift still peeking out from behind the savoury depth. On the palate, it is full, broad and velvety, with the richness of ripe Syrah softened by time. The tannins are now rounded and mellow, the fruit has turned