Januik Lewis Vineyards Syrah, Columbia Valley, USA

杰克尼路易斯園西拉干紅葡萄酒

點(diǎn)擊次數(shù)：2914

The 2005 Syrah Lewis Vineyard delivers classic Syrah meaty, gamy notes along with fragrant blueberries. However, on the palate the wine is quite firm, becoming a bit hard and narrow in the finish. While it may evolve, purchasers should drink it near-term while the fruit holds.Since I saw him last year, Mike Januik has moved into a splendid new winery in Woodinville which he shares with Novelty Hill Winery for whom he makes the wines. Current production is at 8000 cases.Tel. (425) 481-5502; www.januikwinery.com

This has the sharp, spicy excellence of the best Washington Syrahs; it’s got precision, depth and texture. The fruit flavors are compact, buttressed with earthy flavors that include iron and mineral and herb. There is a leafy edge to the tannins suggestive of tobacco. It’s a complex and fascinating wine that should age well.——P.G.(12/31/2008)—— 91