Benjamin Darnault, Maris Primitive Syrah, Minervois, Languedoc-Roussillon, France 2021

Deep purple in colour, with a very ripe, jammy nose, redolent of blueberry pie and blackberry compote. Despite it's intensity there's some lifted floral notes, as well as figs, damsons and bramble. There's just about enough acidity to keep it in check. Highly fruit-driven. Member price: £15.99.