The 2012 Barrel Select Syrah was picked October 16-17 at 24.4 Brix and aged in 34% new French oak for two years. It has engaging floral scents on the nose with violets and blueberries coming through. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannin, plush black fruit interlaced with mocha and cola from the oak. It feels quite dense but it retains commendable balance all the way to the finish adorned with desiccated cherries and cassis. Fine.