Reminding me of a quality St. Joseph, the 2013 Syrah Sawyer Lindquist Vineyard comes from a site located at the southern end of the Edna Valley. Aged 17 months in 40% new French oak, it offers up lots of black raspberries, dried spices, white pepper and saddle leather in a medium-bodied, supple, thoroughly enjoyable and balanced package. It, too, will drink nicely for 4-6 years.