Community Tasting Note

drrobvino wrote:

Sunday, November 18, 2012 - PnP from cellar before dinner this evening.
The wine is clear, and is deep ruby in color, with a hint of purple, showing fast dropping tears that stain the sides of the glass.
On the nose, the wine is in good condition, showing developing aromas of wet soil, coffee grounds, ripe plums, brown sugar, charcoal and blackberries.
On the palate, this is of course a dry wine, showing off full body and med(+) alcohol (listed 13.8% abv), with medium level, firm yet approachable tannins, ushering in med intensity flavors including deep black cherry, blackberry, charred wood flavors, a peppery spice, and espresso. The wine displays very nice balance, with ample med level acidity, giving great freshness and vibrancy to this WA Syrah. The finish is med length, and offers espresso and charcoal with the dark fruit flavors, and lasts 30+ secs.
This is a high quality wine which is drinking quite well now, but will continue to develop and improve over the next 5-7 years. A brilliant, restrained Syrah showing elegance and well-bridled power. Marvelous QPR.

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