{"product_id":"domaine-de-bargylus-red-2017-grand-vin-de-syrie","title":"Domaine de Bargylus 2017 Red Grand Vin de Syrie","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eDomaine de Bargylus 2017 Red \u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrand Vin de Syrie \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLatakia, Syria\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDomaine de Bargylus Red 2017\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the world's most remarkable fine wines—a Grand Vin de Syrie that has become an international symbol of resilience, craftsmanship, and terroir. Produced by the \u003cstrong\u003eJohnny R. Saadé family\u003c\/strong\u003e, Bargylus is grown on the limestone-rich slopes of the \u003cstrong\u003eJebel al Ansariyah Mountains\u003c\/strong\u003e near Latakia, where Mediterranean sea breezes, high elevation, and ancient soils create one of the Middle East's most distinctive vineyard sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDomaine de Bargylus has earned worldwide recognition despite being produced during extraordinarily difficult circumstances. The Saadé family has continued to manage the estate remotely while maintaining uncompromising standards, making Bargylus not only an exceptional wine but also one of the most inspiring stories in modern viticulture. Andrew Jefford of \u003cem\u003eDecanter\u003c\/em\u003e described the wines as having \"a story beyond parallel\" and praised their consistency despite the challenges of production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2017 vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e is a classic expression of Bargylus' mountain terroir. Following a mild winter and an early spring, warm but balanced growing conditions, moderated by cooling Mediterranean sea breezes, allowed the grapes to reach full maturity while preserving freshness and concentration. Harvest began on \u003cstrong\u003eSeptember 4\u003c\/strong\u003e and concluded on \u003cstrong\u003eOctober 4\u003c\/strong\u003e, producing fruit with outstanding balance and intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blend consists of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e55% Syrah\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e25% Merlot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e20% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach variety contributes its own personality: Syrah provides spice, floral aromatics, and structure; Merlot brings richness and texture; Cabernet Sauvignon adds depth, freshness, and age-worthy tannins. The wine is matured for \u003cstrong\u003e10–12 months in French oak\u003c\/strong\u003e, with \u003cstrong\u003e20% new barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e and the remainder divided equally among one-, two-, three-, and four-year-old casks, allowing the fruit and terroir to remain the focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep ruby in color, the wine opens with an expressive bouquet of \u003cstrong\u003eforest fruits, black olives, and fine pepper\u003c\/strong\u003e, accompanied by elegant floral notes reminiscent of \u003cstrong\u003epeony\u003c\/strong\u003e. The palate is powerful yet remarkably refined, combining concentrated dark fruit with mineral freshness, silky tannins, and exceptional energy. The limestone-rich soils impart a distinct saline character that gives the wine its unmistakable identity and remarkable length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe quality of Bargylus has been recognized by some of the world's leading wine authorities. \u003cem\u003eThe World Atlas of Wine\u003c\/em\u003e describes Bargylus as \u003cstrong\u003e\"the finest wine produced in the Eastern Mediterranean\"\u003c\/strong\u003e and notes that it is arguably \u003cstrong\u003ethe region's most surprising wine\u003c\/strong\u003e, produced from Syrah, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon near the ancient Roman city of Antioch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough reviewing the 2016 vintage, Jancis Robinson MW awarded Bargylus Red \u003cstrong\u003e17\/20\u003c\/strong\u003e, praising its balance, rich spice, altitude-grown character, and aging potential, observations that reinforce the consistent quality of the estate across vintages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAppearance - Deep ruby with dark crimson reflections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAromas - Forest fruits, blackberry, black olive, cracked black pepper, violet, peony, Mediterranean herbs, and subtle spice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePalate - Powerful and beautifully balanced, with layers of black fruit, plum, black cherry, spice, mineral freshness, refined oak, and silky tannins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish - Long, elegant, and energetic, with lingering pepper, dark fruit, floral notes, and distinctive mineral salinity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWine Style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull-Bodied • Elegant • Age-Worthy • Mineral-Driven • Mediterranean Red\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a wine that combines Rhône-inspired Syrah character with Bordeaux structure while expressing a uniquely Syrian terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrape Composition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e55% Syrah\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e25% Merlot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e20% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVineyard \u0026amp; Terroir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Syria\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Latakia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Domaine de Bargylus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 900 meters above sea level\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Limestone, clay, and flintstone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVineyard Area:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 hectares\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVine Age:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16–20 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6,250 vines\/hectare\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYield:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 hl\/ha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vineyards benefit from Mediterranean sea breezes that cool the vines during the night, preserving acidity while allowing excellent ripening. Limestone and flint soils contribute freshness, minerality, and the characteristic saline finish that distinguishes Bargylus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grapes are harvested entirely by hand into \u003cstrong\u003e10 kg crates\u003c\/strong\u003e before undergoing \u003cstrong\u003edouble sorting\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vineyards are managed sustainably using:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWire-trained vines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreen harvesting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo pesticides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo herbicides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural cereal cover crops between the rows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine is matured for \u003cstrong\u003e10–12 months in French oak\u003c\/strong\u003e, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20% new barrels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20% one-year-old barrels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20% two-year-old barrels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20% three-year-old barrels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20% four-year-old barrels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis restrained oak regime enhances texture and complexity while preserving the purity of the fruit and the expression of the vineyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOutstanding with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry-aged ribeye\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeef tenderloin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRack of lamb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLamb shank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVenison\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast duck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWild mushroom dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlow-braised beef\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeef Wellington\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTruffle dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged Manchego\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComté\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParmigiano Reggiano\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts combination of concentration, freshness, and mineral structure also complements refined Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eServing Recommendations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16–18°C (60–65°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–2 hours recommended\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enjoy now or cellar through the mid-2030s for additional complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe only wine coming from Syria\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduced by the Johnny R. 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