Smasne Cellars 2008 Block #3 Lawrence Vineyard Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA))

Country: US / Block #3 Lawrence Vineyard
Variety: Syrah Washington
Winery: Smasne Cellars / Columbia Valley (WA)

Tart and juicy, with crisply-rendered berry and plum fruit flavors. As with all the Smasne wines, the oak is a large presence, here adding a striking note of clove. The tannins hint at a slight green streak, but the overall balance is fine.