This is a heavy, jammy Syrah, rich and extacted in raspberry, cherry, blackberry and chocolate flavors. It has plenty of power, but lacks elegance and complexity.——S.H.(7/1/2011)—— 85

Age would be the salvation of this wine, because right now, it’s pretty hard and tannic. It shows proper balance, being dry and smooth, with good acidity and a fine core of blackberry, currant, pepper and violet flavors. But who’s going to age a Syrah? Anyhow, try in a few years. ——S.H.(12/15/2008)—— 86

A deeply satisfying Syrah from a hot vintage in a cool climate. You’ll find good tannic structure and soft acids backing up the lush, ripe blackberry, cappuccino and melted milk chocolate flavors, and the finish is cinnamon-spicy and dry. But it’s not an ager. Drink now or soon.——S.H.(7/1/2007)—— 89