At over ten years of age, the 2012 Syrah The Governor retains impressive freshness and fruit intensity. It delivers waves of complexity, moving from primary blackberry and dark cherry aromas to new leather, roast meat and dark earthy tones. Lovely balance follows with a beautiful mix of attractive, youthful fruit tones with ample volume lifted by tar, truffle and dried spice touches, which rise over a long, velveteen finish. Superb and will hold for some time to come.