Smoky, cedary and, frankly, a bit dominated by oak. It’s nice oak, and the fruit is rich in body and thick in texture, just slightly muted. Perhaps an additional year or two of cellaring will see the oak integrate more and the fruit come forward. ——J.C.(6/1/2010)—— 87

A lively, fruit-driven nose with wine gums, white pepper, damson and blackcurrants. Good definition. The palate is medium-bodied with fine balance, very fine filigree tannins, notes of blackberry leaf, white pepper and damson with quite a chewy, long finish. An impressive Syrah that should drink well within 6-years. Drink now-2012. Tasted January 2008.