Owen Roe 2010 Red Willow Vineyard Chapel Block Syrah (Yakima Valley)

Country: US / Red Willow Vineyard Chapel Block
Variety: Syrah Washington
Winery: Owen Roe / Yakima Valley

The amount of alcohol in this Syrah has increased in 2010, which will appeal to some palates. The downside is the loss of texture and subtlety. Smooth and powerfully fruity, this hits with some chewy tannins, but it stops a bit short. More bottle age could certainly be a boon to this wine.