Showing classic Red Mountain structure and tannin, the 2010 Syrah Wild Eye saw a touch more new oak, with 45% of the blend aged in new barrels. Also with superb minerality on both the nose and palate, it delivers notions of spice box, dusty pebble, dried herbs, cedar and both red and black fruit characteristics to go with a full-bodied, supple and chewy feel on the palate. Not quite as refined or elegant as the Lost Soul Syrah, it is more up-front, rustic and intense and should be enjoyed over the coming decade or so. Drink now-2020. An estate that’s getting up into the creme de la creme of Washington State producers, Mark Ryan Winery was founded by Mark Ryan McNeilly in 1999. Mark now gets assistance in the winemaking from the talented Mike MacMorran (of Manu Propria and Force Majeure), and the wines have overall classical profiles, with bright acidity and tannin, that never lack for fruit or depth. If you haven’t tried these wines, now is great time to check them out. www.markryanwinery.com