The 2009 Syrah Lewis Vineyard is gorgeous, with a deep, rich and concentrated profile that carries notions of black fruits, pepper, ground herbs and hints of meatiness. Full-bodied, seamless and layered on the palate, it has fine tannin and perfectly integrated acidity, all suggesting it will evolve gracefully for upwards of 12-15 years.
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