Wine Spectator
Score: 95
Issue: Dec 15,
2010
Supple and open-textured, with a gorgeous array of dark plum,
currant and blackberry fruit sailing through the full-throated
finish. Not at all heavy, just exuberant. The finish lasts and
lasts. Drink now through 2017. 565 cases made.
–HS
| Source |
Reviewer |
Rating |
Maturity |
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Wine Advocate
#190
Aug 2010 |
Jay
Miller |
94 |
Drink: 2015 -
2028 |
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The 2008 Syrah La Cote Rousse
was sourced from the Ciel du Cheval and Kiona Vineyards in the Red
Mountain AVA and was aged for 12 months in 50% new French oak. A
bit lighter in color but with more mineral and earth notes as well
as meaty blue and black fruit aromas, on the palate it is more
structured (something for which Red Mountain fruit is noted) but
the tannins are nicely integrated behind layers of concentrated,
spicy fruit. This lengthy offering will benefit from 5-7 years of
additional cellaring and should easily see its 20th birthday in
fine form.
Bob Betz, MW, and his family continue to make some of Washington’s
finest wine. Betz’s attention to detail is legendary; everything is
done for a reason. He sources great fruit, oversees the farming,
and his fine-tuned palate ensures the correct call on all the
blends.
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