2012 Foxen Syrah Williamson-Dore Vineyard

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Score 89/100 · Drink 2014-2020, Jeb Dunnuck, Wine Advocate, Aug 2014

A blend of 100% Syrah, the 2012 Syrah Williamson Dore Vineyard Santa Ynez Valley is a pretty, classy effort that exudes aromas and flavors of sweet red and black fruits, game, pepper and green herbs. Aged 16 months in 500-liter Hungarian oak puncheons, 30% being new, it’s a medium-bodied, focused and nicely balance Syrah that will drink nicely for 5-6 years. I was blown away by these new Pinot Noir releases from Foxen, and they’re up near the top of the vintage. Unfortunately, I can’t say the same with regards to the Rhone blends, and these had superficial, mid-weight profiles geared for near-term drinking. As to the Bordeaux blends, these come from the eastern most AVA in Santa Barbara County and are labeled under the Foxen 7200 label. Tel. (805) 937-4251; www.foxenvineyard.com

Critic scores

Critic scores
91
91/100

Average Score

93
93/100

Antonio Galloni, Vinous

89
89/100

Jeb Dunnuck, Wine Advocate

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93 points
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Score 93/100 · Drink 2014-2020, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Jul 2014

Deeply spiced, layered, violets, menthol and blueberry jam meld together in the 2012 Syrah Williamson-Doré Vineyard. Pliant, expressive and beautifully layered, the 2012 stands out for its sheer balance. In 2012, the Syrah Williamson-Doré is flat-out delicious.

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Foxen
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Red

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Dry

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