Bonny Doon 2005 Le Pousseur Syrah (Central Coast) Rating and Review | Wine Enthusiast
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Bonny Doon 2005 Le Pousseur Syrah (Central Coast)

Rating
90
Price
$18
Winery
Region
Wine Type
Red
Alcohol
13%
Bottle Size
750 ml
Issue Date
10/1/2008
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Here's a bone-dry, powerful young Syrah that's packed with hard tannins. The vineyard sourcing is interesting, ranging from the Sierra Foothills through Paso Robles and the Salinas Valley to the Santa Cruz Mountains. Combining the ripe fruit of warm climates with the acidity of cool regions, the wine has black currant, beef jerky, sour cherry candy, black pepper, anise and cola flavors that are quite complex. Not likely to age, but a lovely, full-bodied red to have now.

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98-100

Classic
The Pinnacle of quality

94-97

Superb
A great achievement

90-93

Excellent
Highly recommended

87-89

Very Good
Often good value; well recommended

83-86

Good
Suitable for everyday consumption, often good value

80-82

Acceptable
Can be employed


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