The purple/black 2006 Syrah Morrison Lane was aged in 50% new oak. Aromas of tar, mineral, licorice, blueberry and blackberry liqueur lead to a burly, masculine Syrah exhibiting darker flavors and considerably more structure than its two predecessors. It will benefit from a minimum of 4-6 years of cellaring and will drink well through 2021 if not longer.
When it comes to his wines, the otherwise wild and irrepressible Charles Smith is as serious as a heart attack. Native yeast fermentation, foot crushing, spontaneous malolactic fermentations, gentle basket pressing, no fining or filtration are routinely practiced in the cellar. Even more important, Charles Smith knows where to find the great grapes. In a region where blending is still the rule of thumb, he is the ultimate terroirist. His 2006 collection is as good or better than anything he has done to date, although a tasting of 2007 barrel samples indicate that the best is yet to come.
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