2011 Foxen Syrah Williamson-Dore Vineyard

Ripe and meaty, with loads of black fruit, licorice, olive paste and green peppercorns, the 2011 Syrah Williamson-Dore Vineyard is 100% Syrah that spent 16 months in 60% new Hungarian puncheons. Medium-bodied, rich and supple on the palate, with lively acidity and a great finish, it, too, should continue to shine through 2018. Drink now-2018.

Drink Dates: 2013-2018

Author: Jeb Dunnuck

Inky ruby. Textbook syrah aromas of dark berries, olive tapenade, floral oils and cracked pepper. Fleshy, sweet and smooth on the palate, offering smoky cassis and blueberry flavors and a hint of vanilla. Surprisingly lithe for its power, with the peppery nuance adding bite to a very long, vanilla- and violet-tinged finish. This would be a great choice to serve alongside a smoky, pepper-crusted grilled steak.

Author: Josh Raynolds

Issue: November/December 2013