This is a pure varietal, from an excellent Yakima Valley vineyard. Strawberry and cherry flavors are front and center, backed with juicy natural acids. A pleasing, fruity, drink-now style. ——P.G.(11/1/2009)—— 87

Good color, and a fresh and zippy palate, showing bright berry flavors. It seems almost claret-like, with taut acids and barrel notes suggesting cedar, coffee and licorice. Substantial, mouth-cleaning tannins.——P.G.(10/1/2006)—— 89

The second Sandidge Syrah is a thick, spicy wine, with ultraripe, even jammy fruit. Power takes the place of purity; there is a distinct earthiness, and more than a whiff of barnyard. Tannins are tough and chewy, but what it lacks in subtlety it makes up for in big flavor. 474 cases made. —P.G.——P.G.(12/31/2002)—— 87