The 2011 Syrah Nina Lee (same blend and elevage), it offers more pepper, raspberry, violets and meatiness to go with a medium to full-bodied, focused and overall fresh and classy feel on the palate. It doesn’t have the back-end depth of the 2010, but is beautifully focused, elegant and balanced. I’d lean towards enjoy bottles over the coming 5 to 7 years, but suspect it will evolve nicely for longer as well. I loved these latest releases from Spring Valley vineyard. They all show classic, elegant and balanced profiles that will evolve gracefully. These wines are not blockbusters and come across as slightly restrained at first, yet they blossom with time in the glass and are highly recommended. Tel. (509) 337-6915; www.springvalleyvineyard.com