The 2012 Seymour’s Vineyard Syrah comes from a small, windswept plot at the top of John’s estate. Its inky black color is followed by sensational notes of black olives, smoky earth, charcoal and perfectly ripe black fruits. Deep, rich and concentrated, it is one of the most beautiful and focused examples of this cuvee that exist. However, it has a lot of tannin and will keep for two decades in the cellar.