A tremendous Syrah, so rich and tasty, it makes you wonder why more people don’t drink this variety. Shows intense, explosive blackberry, currant, bacon and black pepper flavors, with a savory hint of raisins. New oak is perfectly in keeping with the wine’s volume. Dramatic and lush, this single-vineyard Syrah will provide good drinking over the next four years.——S.H.(4/1/2012)—— 93