The 2009 Syrah caresses the palate with layers of dark red fruit, sweet herbs, licorice and flowers. It shows gorgeous silkiness and plenty of polish through to the compelling finish. This is an especially round, powerful vintage for the Syrah. Some of wilder varietal notes that are at times present are in the background in the 2009. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2024. These are two engaging wines from Carol Meredith. The wines are loaded with personality and Mt. Veeder character.Tel. (707) 253-0653

Consistently one of the great Syrahs made in California is Carol Meredith’s offering from Mt. Veeder. Lagier Meredith’s stunning 2008 Syrah reveals an opaque ruby/purple hue along with a gloriously intense perfume of roasted meats, herbs, barbecue smoke, burning embers, plums and acacia flowers. The wine possesses exceptional intensity, a full-bodied opulence and not a hard edge to be found. It is a beautifully complex, ethereal Syrah to drink over the next 7-10 years. Tel. (707) 253-0653