description: DeLille Cellars has now made Doyenne a separate brand, and inaugurated the change with a massively thick bottle and an artist label. Despite its top-notch vineyard sources, this Doyenne seems to lack synergy; it's tight and chewy, with heavy tannins and an abundance of dark, roasted, espresso flavors. At the moment, the chalky tannins threaten to outrun the fruit.
variety: Syrah
designation: Doyenne