May 20, 2021 - This is quite a bit better than a ‘00 Goldridge drank last week. This has a lot of Syrah character and has developed some lovely secondary characteristics. The nose shows garrigue, thyme, smoked meat and a bit of minerals and matchstick. Quite acidic, with boysenberry and sour cherry flavors, and a long finish with fully resolved tannins. Aging very well.
February 5, 2017 - Clear medium intensity ruby. Slow tears. Nose is clean medium intensity with aromas of dark fruit and dried flowers. Dry with medium+ acid, medium tannins, medium+ to high alcohol, medium+ body, medium+ intensity. Pronounced flavor of menthol, cooked strawberries, and almond skin. Medium+/long finish.
January 19, 2017 - still going strong.
December 14, 2014 - Amazingly youthful tasting at 16 years of age. It had bright cherry and a peppery, spicey flavor. This was a bit zin-like. It began to fade a touch after 2-3 hours of air.
It was not real complex and, for me, is a better food wine. Not one of my favorites from Dehlinger (my favorite producer), but I'm not a big fan of Syrah, so consider the source.
September 30, 2014 - I agree with AC: "dark ruby in color. black pepper, raspberry, cocoa on the nose. pepper, olive, dark berry on the palate. finishes with hint of acid", but I liked this and rate it higher.
August 28, 2012 - CC at Della's, drinking very nicely, though the acid was sticking out a bit. The guys all seemed to enjoy it very much.
July 16, 2012 - dark ruby in color. black pepper, raspberry, cocoa on the nose. pepper, olive, dark berry on the palate. finishes with hint of acid.
June 5, 2012 - Slow-O 2 hours. Still a youthful ruby core, no real sign of age. The nose and palate both filled out with airtime, offering a bright, meaty character. Red fruits, subtle spice and just a touch of savory. In a very good place right now and not likely to get better. Went really well with the braised beef ribs. This exceeded expectations, the last glass showing the best. 14,3% abv
January 15, 2012 - Excellent syrah. Loads of black olives, herbs and deep fruit on the nose. Palate is supple, elegant, long, with terrific deep red/black fruit. First rate, and this seems like it will go another 10 years or more.
September 17, 2011 - Medium dark ruby, effusive nose of cherries,raspberries, and most interestingly and refreshingly a streak of fresh green grass. This wine screams freshness and vitality. Buoyed by the crisp acidity and pleasing tannins the aromas remain true on the palate. A winner!