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Score 89+/100 · Stephen Tanzer, Vinous, Jul 2005

Bright ruby. Aromas of dark berries, coffee and chocolatey oak. Intense but rather clenched, with the dark berry and espresso flavors currently showing an oaky side. Finishes with substantial wood-powered tannins that turned a bit dry with aeration. In an awkward phase today.

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Critic scores
92
92/100

Average Score

94
94/100

Robert Parker

89
89+/100

Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

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94 points
Robert Parker
Score 94/100 · Drink 2004-2019, Robert Parker, Aug 2004

Lovers of Syrah’s beef blood character should check out the 2002 Syrah Thompson Vineyard. Aromas of creme de cassis, melted licorice, barbeque spices, roasted meat juices, and subtle herbs soar from the glass of this dense, full-bodied, multidimensional Syrah. Rich with low acidity, beautifully balanced and pure (characteristics of all the Ojai offerings), it can be drunk young or cellared for 10-15 years. One cannot say enough about the commitment to excellence exhibited year after year by Adam Tolmach. (Release date 9/05) Tel. (805) 649-1674

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Red

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Dry

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