• 89 Points
    La Playa 2005 Axel Syrah (Colchagua Valley)

    Perfumed and floral on the nose, but also spicy and slightly foresty, which is apropos for Syrah. Flavors of black olive, brandied cherry and blackberry are perfectly nice, and the feel is mildly creamy and rich but still pointed. Finishes with toasty notes of pepper, brown sugar and woodspice.

    — M.S. Published 12/31/2008
  • 89 Points
    La Playa 2005 Axel Syrah (Colchagua Valley)

    Perfumed and floral on the nose, but also spicy and slightly foresty, which is apropos for Syrah. Flavors of black olive, brandied cherry and blackberry are perfectly nice, and the feel is mildly creamy and rich but still pointed. Finishes with toasty notes of pepper, brown sugar and woodspice.

    — M.S. Published 12/31/2008
  • 89 Points
    La Playa 2005 Axel Syrah (Colchagua Valley)

    Perfumed and floral on the nose, but also spicy and slightly foresty, which is apropos for Syrah. Flavors of black olive, brandied cherry and blackberry are perfectly nice, and the feel is mildly creamy and rich but still pointed. Finishes with toasty notes of pepper, brown sugar and woodspice.

    — M.S. Published 12/31/2008
  • 89 Points
    La Playa 2005 Axel Syrah (Colchagua Valley)

    Perfumed and floral on the nose, but also spicy and slightly foresty, which is apropos for Syrah. Flavors of black olive, brandied cherry and blackberry are perfectly nice, and the feel is mildly creamy and rich but still pointed. Finishes with toasty notes of pepper, brown sugar and woodspice.

    — M.S. Published 12/31/2008