On the lighter side, a smooth-textured style that offers pretty plum and smoked meat flavors, tightening up on the finish. Best from 2011 through 2015. 550 cases made. -HS

A blend of three new Syrah clones that were fermented separately, then blended into a satisfying, though still young and somewhat jagged wine that will benefit from more bottle age. It comes out toasty and gamy, with undertones of cured meat, stiff tannins and moist earth. The classic Boushey vineyard flavors of herb, green tea and cured meats are here in abundance.——P.G.(12/31/2008)—— 91