The 2005 Syrah 6th Sense may deserve an outstanding rating. A sweet nose of black currants interwoven with smoke, lard, and damp earth is followed by a wine with a beautiful texture, velvety tannins, a lovely, opulent mouthfeel, and a long finish. The price makes it a great bargain! Some super-values emerge from this Lodi winery. Tel. (209) 368-7384; Fax (209) 368-5801

Soft and sweet as a dessert wine, this Syrah has pastry-filling flavors of raspberries, red currants and chocolate.——S.H.(3/1/2009)—— 83