2017 The Walls Vineyards Syrah Concrete Mama

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Score 96/100 · Drink 2020-2035, Jeb Dunnuck, Apr 2020

The 2017 Syrah Concrete Mama (100% Syrah) reveals a deep ruby/purple hue as well as rocking notes of blackcurrants, cured meats, black olives, and peppery herbs. Full-bodied, concentrated, yet seamless on the palate, with terrific tannins, it's a beautiful, singular Syrah from this estate that I suspect will evolve for 10-15 years.

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93
93/100

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90
90+/100

Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

96
96/100

Jeb Dunnuck

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90+ points
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Score 90+/100 · Drink 2021-2027, Stephen Tanzer, Vinous, Dec 2019

Full medium ruby. Brooding, slightly inky scents of blackberry, bitter chocolate, licorice and violet. Offers a fine-grained texture but also a slight youthful bitterness to its dark berry, violet, black pepper and licorice flavors. Less giving than the Ramparts blend and a bit aggressive on the finish, showing firm tannins, a note of fruity peppercorn and a touch of alcoholic warmth. Comes across as less suave than the 2016 release: will this edgy wine come into better balance with bottle aging? (15.3% alcohol)

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The Walls Vineyards
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Red

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Dry

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