On the whole, this comes across as a little overdone. Very dark, has some of the characteristics of the Samsara house style (stems!). It has a very dry tannic finish right now.
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A spicy and intriguing syrah which balances great California fruit with syrah's original varietal character. The wine has aromas of black cherries, lavender and white pepper. On the palate are flavors of cherries, blueberries, pepper, herbs and a deep savory aspect of the wine which gives it loads of character. Balanced, the high alcohol level is barely noticeable, and the wine has freshening acidity. It should go well with red meats.
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6/19/2014 - topher2411 wrote: 89 Points
On the whole, this comes across as a little overdone. Very dark, has some of the characteristics of the Samsara house style (stems!). It has a very dry tannic finish right now.
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2/2/2013 - BobMilton Likes this wine: 91 Points
Very good fruit, mostly cherries. Smooth with a touch of earthiness, but little Syrah spice.
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4/13/2012 - ojaiwineguy wrote: 87 Points
Hot. Too much alcohol. Would not buy again
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9/6/2011 - petrusncoke wrote: 90 Points
A spicy and intriguing syrah which balances great California fruit with syrah's original varietal character. The wine has aromas of black cherries, lavender and white pepper. On the palate are flavors of cherries, blueberries, pepper, herbs and a deep savory aspect of the wine which gives it loads of character. Balanced, the high alcohol level is barely noticeable, and the wine has freshening acidity. It should go well with red meats.
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6/3/2011 - spretzer wrote: 90 Points
delicious syrah. nice work chad
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