Another stunner of a Syrah from Chris Peterson and the team at Avennia, the fruit comes from the famous Boushey Vineyard, specifically from the 1994 and 1996 plantings. Aged 18 months in 15% new French oak, it’s one of the best Syrah’s that Avennia has crafted. In a blind, I would probably call it a Hermitage with all of those incredible roasted meats, crushed olives, blueberries, and violet notes. This is a wine you will keep coming back to time and time again, it’s that delicious. Presenting integrated tannins and perfected acidity levels, it finishes with a gamey and bitter herb note on the mid-palate that ties everything together. Enjoy now with a long decant or over the next 10 years. Just 415 cases made. Highly recommended and editor’s choice.
| Rating | Value | Drink |
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| 97 |
$60 |
2023-2033 |
| Country | Region | Appellation |
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| United States |
Washington |
Columbia Valley, Yakima Valley |
| Editor | Issue | Importer |
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| J. Young |
January, 2024 |
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