It is at end of life but still a very good Syrah. Some blackberry fruit and with good tannins. No off flavors. Not as much body or punch as a big, raw, young Syrah, which is a very good thing... I prefer letting my Syrahs age at least a few years. Bought locally and cellared for 9 years.
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Fruit aromas that suggest this Syrah is starting to mature, albeit not at its plateau. Wonderful, deep, blackberry and pepper out of the gate. It was even better 45 minutes later. A great varietal from Santa Barbara region that makes me regretful I didn't buy more at such a nice price from the producer.
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This is a great bottle of Santa Barbara Syrah. Nose of blackberry and cherry, with pepper and meat. Ripe fruit tasting and soft tannins lead to a long finish. 50+5+13+16+6
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3/2/2014 - sbwines Likes this wine: 88 Points
It is at end of life but still a very good Syrah. Some blackberry fruit and with good tannins. No off flavors. Not as much body or punch as a big, raw, young Syrah, which is a very good thing... I prefer letting my Syrahs age at least a few years. Bought locally and cellared for 9 years.
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9/13/2013 - russgh wrote:
Unfortunately a wine beyond its time. Lost the flavor notes. Now flat. Not fair to rate
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1/24/2009 - philipmac wrote: 90 Points
Fruit aromas that suggest this Syrah is starting to mature, albeit not at its plateau. Wonderful, deep, blackberry and pepper out of the gate. It was even better 45 minutes later. A great varietal from Santa Barbara region that makes me regretful I didn't buy more at such a nice price from the producer.
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10/19/2008 - psirah wrote: 90 Points
This is a great bottle of Santa Barbara Syrah. Nose of blackberry and cherry, with pepper and meat. Ripe fruit tasting and soft tannins lead to a long finish.
50+5+13+16+6
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1/18/2007 - crickdog25 wrote: 89 Points
Very good syrah for price. Not especially complex or sylish but vibrant cola notes and enjoyable finish.
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