Medium to deep garnet-purple-colored, the 2011 Gimblett Gravels Vineyard Syrah exudes a wonderfully fragrant nose of black raspberries, mulberries and crushed blackberries with touches of violets, cedar, black pepper and Chinese five spice. Medium-bodied, the palate is intensely fruited with black and red fruit flavor accented by pepper and exotic spices, plus it is nicely framed by medium level, rounded tannins, tangy acid and a long finish. Drink it now to 2020+. Importer: Kobrand Corp., New York, NY; tel. (212) 490-9300.