Pascual Toso 2006 Maipu Vineyards Syrah (Mendoza)

Country: Argentina / Maipu Vineyards
Variety: Syrah Mendoza Province
Winery: Pascual Toso / Mendoza

Initial aromas of clove and cinnamon suggest a lot of barrel action, but give it a few minutes and the wine settles on ripe black fruit, dark spice notes and richness. It’s big-boned but not overly tannic, and it exhibits Shiraz’s bacon and espresso character in a good way.