Didn't like this much. Appreciate the attempt to not go over-the-top ripe, but this wine ended up thin and lacking intensity. If you're shooting for northern rhone you need some fruit, and much more acid. A pass for me.
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Very nice classic WA Syrah. Deep purple color with magenta rim. Nose is deep blackberry and earth and brambles. Palate is medium with very nice lift and balance. Drying tannins are present on finish. Overall balance and smoothness very good.
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5/18/2016 - petermachtley Likes this wine: 91 Points
Contrary to many reviews, found this to be quite spetacular and paired with filet. It has passed the test of time quite well!
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8/11/2015 - ocperu wrote: 90 Points
Much better on Day 3. The alcohol blew off.
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4/3/2014 - curtr wrote: 88 Points
Smooth, not much there. Time doesn't seem to be improving the wine.
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8/9/2012 - curtr wrote: 88 Points
Young and tannic. Did not impress me much.
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7/31/2012 - Michael Davidson wrote:
Didn't like this much. Appreciate the attempt to not go over-the-top ripe, but this wine ended up thin and lacking intensity. If you're shooting for northern rhone you need some fruit, and much more acid. A pass for me.
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7/20/2012 - ChrisinCowiche wrote: 92 Points
Very nice classic WA Syrah. Deep purple color with magenta rim. Nose is deep blackberry and earth and brambles. Palate is medium with very nice lift and balance. Drying tannins are present on finish. Overall balance and smoothness very good.
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