Seriously impressive on the nose, the 2017 Syrah Klein Vineyard bursts out of the glass with power and precision, draped in a long, velvety robe of spiced plum reduction, blackberry essence, smoked lavender and hints of dusty beef jerky with soft peppercorn spices, cinnamon, vanilla and cardamom. Full-bodied, the palate is broad and nimble, showing a depth of flavor with a continually evolving complexity that grows in amplitude as the wine opens. It has a balanced structure and firm tannins that will allow this to age for more than 10-15 years, ending with a long, drawn-out finish with flavors of black tea, tobacco and a rustic rocky essence. Wow, stellar stuff!