2016 - Domaine Le Clos des Fees, Cotes du Roussillon Villages La Petite Siberie

Named for the chilly nature of the terroir, the 2016 la Petite Sibérie is 80% Grenache, with 10% each Syrah and Mourvèdre. Aged 16 months in 100% new barriques, it smells of coconut oil and vanilla, ironically giving it an almost tropical feel. That said, once it's in the mouth, it's more impressive, with layers of ripe fruit seamlessly entwined with vanilla and bourbon, ample weight and presence on the palate, a rich, velvety mouthfeel and a lingering finish.