The cork came out in pieces, but the wine smelled snd tasted fine. Deep purple in color with a nose of black fruit snd earth. Very fruity with aromas snd tastes of black berries, black cherries, chocolate, pepper, and tobacco. Lots of heat from alcohol but this resolved with time in the decanter. It is not the most balanced wine, but it is soft and drinkable. Enjoyable and satisfying, but not a serious wine.
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This bottle is on the downhill side of its sweet spot. A little decant and it brings it back to life. Drink this baby up if you have it or you will just end up changing the diapers. Who wants to do that?
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Anyone making a Syrah, Petit Syrah and Grenache blend in California deserves respect. I would not call this a cult wine, save maybe for the etiquettes (labels). Too much alcohol, though some minerals still shine through. A really strong wine, but falls short on character. Good, not great. NOTE: after a 3 hour decant, the alcohol is less jumpy. Otherwise, not much improved.
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I’m not usually a syrah/petite sirah fan but this is delicious and in its prime. Well balanced, tannins just right, nice acid complement. Rich flavors including black pepper, cinnamon candy, black currant. A bit syrupy else I would have scored it higher. Likely only has another year or two in the tank.
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3/17/2023 - Endodr wrote: 88 Points
The cork came out in pieces, but the wine smelled snd tasted fine. Deep purple in color with a nose of black fruit snd earth. Very fruity with aromas snd tastes of black berries, black cherries, chocolate, pepper, and tobacco. Lots of heat from alcohol but this resolved with time in the decanter. It is not the most balanced wine, but it is soft and drinkable. Enjoyable and satisfying, but not a serious wine.
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11/24/2022 - 2 Utes Likes this wine: 92 Points
This bottle is on the downhill side of its sweet spot. A little decant and it brings it back to life. Drink this baby up if you have it or you will just end up changing the diapers. Who wants to do that?
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7/31/2022 - Kustjagr Likes this wine: 92 Points
Anyone making a Syrah, Petit Syrah and Grenache blend in California deserves respect. I would not call this a cult wine, save maybe for the etiquettes (labels). Too much alcohol, though some minerals still shine through. A really strong wine, but falls short on character. Good, not great. NOTE: after a 3 hour decant, the alcohol is less jumpy. Otherwise, not much improved.
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12/4/2021 - btwine Likes this wine: 93 Points
I’m not usually a syrah/petite sirah fan but this is delicious and in its prime. Well balanced, tannins just right, nice acid complement. Rich flavors including black pepper, cinnamon candy, black currant. A bit syrupy else I would have scored it higher. Likely only has another year or two in the tank.
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3/12/2021 - mayroth wrote: 86 Points
I really disliked this wine. Way too much alcohol
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