2017 Carlisle Syrah Sierra Mar Vineyard
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The 2017 Syrah Sierra Mar Vineyard was made with 20% whole cluster and aged in 20% new French oak. It has a deep purple-black color and nose of chocolate box, fried sage, rosemary crusted lamb, cassis and baked black cherries with prosciutto, olive, lilac and violet. Full-bodied, it gives up oodles of savory dark fruits, with firm, chewy tannins and great freshness, finishing long on a mineral/sanguine note. 232 cases produced.
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Jeb Dunnuck
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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From a site planted in 2007, the 2017 Syrah Sierra Mar Vineyard shows more savory, cured meat, spice, and iron notes as well as plenty of red and black fruits. It too is medium to full-bodied, has a terrific texture, and sweet tannins. Drink it over the coming decade.
The 2017 Syrah Sierra Mar Vineyard is a very pretty wine built on a sense of energy and vibrancy. The dark fruit, lavender and licorice notes are nicely delineated. It will be interesting to see if the 2017 gains a bit more volume in bottle. Today, it is just a touch on the slender side.