The wine is a deep ruby color in the glass. The nose is a cascade of earthy aromas, leather, peat, intermingled with floral notes of lavender and a hint of lilac, with undertones of ripe black fruit. The taste is a wild rush of intensity, with rich blueberry, boysenberry and currant that transitions almost imperceptibly to flavors of olive, dusty limestone and cassis midpalate, before being treated to a hint of white pepper on the cusp of the finish. The tannins are silky smooth and provide the ideal backdrop for the long, and exquisitely dry finish.
Overall, I would rate this wine a solid 9, as it's one of the most pleasing Syrah's I've ever enjoyed. This wine would pair well with a wide variety of dishes for fall, from braised beef to stew and chili, to wonderful Mediterranean dishes. But tonight I'm going off script and enjoying this wine with some pan seared sea scallops on a bed of escarole along with some rice and steamed broccoli. The rich fruit and wonderfully earthy notes of this wine are perfect to counter the richness from the sea. Cheers!
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