Country: US / Corner Pocket Vineyard
Variety: Syrah California
Winery: Mill Creek / Dry Creek Valley
To judge by the blast of white pepper and strong tannins, the Northern Rhône is the model for this dry, single-vineyard wine. It is a distinguished Syrah, but too tannic and closed down now for thorough enjoyment. Best to cellar for 3 or 4 years, maybe longer, until it throws some sediment.