2004 Relic Syrah Alder Springs Vineyard

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Score 90/100 · Drink 2006-2012, Robert Parker, Dec 2006

From Mendocino, the 2004 Syrah Alder Springs Vineyard exhibits a blueberry, raspberry, floral character that suggests a cool climate site, as well as notes of underbrush and pepper. It offers excellent texture, medium to full body, and a tasty, savory personality. Enjoy it over the next 5-6 years. Tel. (707) 967-9380, Fax (707) 967-0724

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90
90/100

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90
90/100

Robert Parker

91
89-92/100

Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

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89 - 92 points
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Score 89-92/100 · Stephen Tanzer, Vinous, May 2006

(15.3% alcohol) Medium ruby. High-pitched, soil-inflected aromas of raspberry, sour cherry, minerals, crushed stone, licorice, mint and white pepper. Juicy and tightly wound, with very primary dark fruit, mint and chocolate. Still a bit youthfully hard and tight. Owner/winemaker Mike Hirby vinified with about 10% whole clusters "for aromatic interest." Very firmly structured and promising syrah.

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Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

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