The 2019 Syrah from Cote Bonneville is just a joy to drink. Deep purple/inky in color, it showed off some great aromas, notably dark berries, and smoked meat. With a velvety mouthfeel, plush and plentiful tannins, and the ability to shift gears seamlessly, this wine has a great array of delectable flavors. On the palate, concentrated tart blueberry, blackberry, charred fennel, and peppered teriyaki beef jerky all came together nicely. This is a classy, smooth, and weightless effort, with a bend towards an old-world style. The 45-second finish was delightful and elegant. This wine is approachable now and should have another 15 years of good drinking ahead of it.
| Rating | Value | Drink |
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| 94 |
$70 |
2023-2038 |
| Country | Region | Appellation |
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| United States |
Washington |
Columbia Valley, Yakima Valley |
| Editor | Issue | Importer |
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| R. Geresi |
March, 2023 |
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