Moving on to the Rhone blends, and a smoking Syrah, the 2010 Syrah (100% Syrah fermented 20% whole cluster and aged 18 months in 80% new French oak) is classic Paso Robles in style with its locked-and-loaded profile, decadent richness and blockbuster finish. A full-bodied, sexy effort that gives up an assortment of blackberry fruit, licorice, roasted herbs and hints of violets, it is drinking beautifully now and should continue to deliver the goods through 2018, possibly longer. Drink now-2018. This was a beautiful lineup of wines by winemaker Anthony Yount and I continue to be impressed with the wines of this estate. Located on the western edge of Paso Robles, the wines possess individual, unique characters that show not only Paso fruit, but balance and restraint. They’re highly recommended. Tel. (805) 239-4287; www.dennervineyards.com