The 2005 Cortona Syrah, the entry-level wine, is produced from the estate’s youngest vines as well as a second selection of lots made in the cellar, and is given a shorter period of oak aging. It presents attractive notes of crushed flowers, spices and small red fruits on a medium-bodied frame, with good length and a somewhat linear, compact personality. This fresh, vinous Syrah should drink well to age ten. Anticipated maturity: 2007-2015. Importer: Vintus LLC, Pleasantville, NJ tel. (914) 769-3000