Looking like motor oil on a moonless night, the 2003 Syrah Bien Nacido Vineyard reveals notions of graphite, creme de cassis, blackberry liqueur, licorice, and olives. Deep, rich, full-bodied, seamless, pure, powerful yet supple flavors coat the palate. Like its siblings, it is a tour de force in winemaking from Craig Jaffurs. Drink the Bien Nacido cuvee over the next 7- 8 years. Tel. (805) 962-7003