Deep ruby colored, with very slight staining, and a medium viscosity (13.9% ABV).  The nose has medium (-) intensity aromas of black plum, bramble, baker’s spice, vanilla, and cracked pepper.  The palate is dry, with medium (-) acidity, a medium body, and medium tannins.  Medium intensity flavors of dark berries, charcoal, vanilla and a green herb note.  It’s a brooding wine that finishes slightly bitter and medium in length.  It may open up some with a bit of air/time  We are having Sunday roast, so this 60/40 Syrah/Malbec blend will work nicely with the relatively lean Round of Beef.  89 points, and for $27, 3 stars.  Drink till 2030.  Salut….