A killer value, the 2012 Columbia Valley Syrah tasted like it came from the Rock region of Walla Walla. Olive, smoked plums, licorice, gamy meats and wild herbs all give way to a full-bodied, upfront, supple and hedonistic Syrah that’s ideal for drinking over the coming 3-4 years. The blend is 98% Syrah and 2% Roussanne, and it saw roughly 35% whole clusters and 18 months in 12% new French oak puncheons. It is well worth checking out!