Russian Hill 2004 Top Block Syrah (Russian River Valley)
Here's a big, tannic and dry Syrah, the kind that needs either some aging or serious decanting to come around. It's a very fine wine, with a deep, plush core of plums, blackberries and leathery carob flavors, but there's an astringency to the middle through the finish. Air it for a few hours, or wait until after mid-2008.
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Price$30,Buy Now
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DesignationTop Block
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Alcohol14.9%
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Bottle Size750 ml
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CategoryRed
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Date Published12/1/2007
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