Country: US / California
Variety: Syrah
Winery: Beckmen / Clone #1 Purisima Mountain Vineyard
The nose of this bottling remains tight long after opening, which suggests a decent cellar potential. A hearty swirl coaxes out thyme, bay leaf, graphite and elderberry aromas before the palate delivers salt and pepper spice and dark blackberry fruit, wrapped in solid tannins.