2013 K Vintners Syrah Phil Lane
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(13.5% alcohol; Charles Smith owns this vineyard, which is planted at an elevation of 1,300 feet on cobblestone soil): Medium red. Wild, truffley scents of red fruits, graphite and game bird. Savory, rich and smooth, conveying a smoky quality and a restrained wildness. Finishes with notes of plum and raspberry, dusty tannins and good grip.
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The smallest production Syrah produced, the 2013 Syrah Phil Lane comes from a tiny plot of vines located just in front of the estate in Walla Walla. From similar soils to the Rocks region, yet at a higher elevation and a cooler terroir, it offers complex notes of violets, black cherries, purple fruits and lavender in a fresh, focused, beautifully layered style. Drink it anytime over the coming decade.