Harsh and raspingly dry, with solid tannins that stick out because there’s not enough fruit to modify the astringency. The cherries and currants have a vegetal edge.——S.H.(3/1/2009)—— 82

Richness stars in this soft, voluptuous Syrah. It seduces with ripe blackberry, plum, blueberry and cherry jam flavors, veined with licorice and mocha, and dusted with peppery, cinnamon spices. It’s not structured enough to be an ager, but is elegant now.——S.H.(11/1/2007)—— 90