Robust, full bodied and frankly delicious, this is a great value in an upscale Syrah. It’s bone dry, but exceptionally rich in blackberry and cherry-pie filling, currant, licorice, bacon, sandalwood and pepper flavors that are deep and long in the finish. Amazing how good it is for the price. A sommelier’s dream, but production was only 248 cases. ——S.H.(2/1/2011)—— 90