Not as lush as it was when young, but now possesses a pretty good structure. Its drinking better than it was 2 years ago (when it was disjointed and unpleasant) but not likely to improve. Kirsh and boysenberry with a hint of cocoa.
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Tasted in little bits over 3 days. Big, dark, meat and tobacco. I kept thinking how much more I liked this than the 07 which I usually think is hot and disjointed.
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Full throttle, rich, concentrated, and well balanced. Decidedly new world, but worked well - the nose delivers with dark fruit and smoky notes, the palate was savory and well integrated, and the finish was dry with good length and loads of pepper. The wine held up nicely but unravled a bit on day 2. Good effort.
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(K Vintners Motor City Kitty Syrah Columbia Valley) Beautiful earth, funk, and currant mix with olive and brine. A rich, gorgeous wine that coats the palate and is loaded with fruit. A steal for the money. Stoneridge Vineyard. 95 cases produced.
1/14/2016 - Gparker Likes this wine:
Not as lush as it was when young, but now possesses a pretty good structure. Its drinking better than it was 2 years ago (when it was disjointed and unpleasant) but not likely to improve. Kirsh and boysenberry with a hint of cocoa.
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10/20/2012 - Bellissimo wrote:
Tasted in little bits over 3 days. Big, dark, meat and tobacco. I kept thinking how much more I liked this than the 07 which I usually think is hot and disjointed.
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6/3/2012 - ron m wrote:
Full throttle, rich, concentrated, and well balanced. Decidedly new world, but worked well - the nose delivers with dark fruit and smoky notes, the palate was savory and well integrated, and the finish was dry with good length and loads of pepper. The wine held up nicely but unravled a bit on day 2. Good effort.
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12/25/2011 - njgolfer wrote: 91 Points
A really big, dark fruit wine. Earthy and smoked meat with blackberry, black pepper and oak notes. Really enjoyed this on Christmas.
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9/9/2011 - GA_Seattle Likes this wine: 92 Points
Dark fruits, rich anise and tobacco notes. Great wine showing really nice now.
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