2014 Roar Rosella's Syrah, Santa Lucia Highlands

Offering striking depth and polish, this Syrah is irresistible now but will improve in the cellar. Floral blackberry and smoky pepper aromas open to rich, plush flavors of tapenade, cured meat and blueberry that linger. Drink now through 2028. 110 cases made. ù TF

The Possessing a drop dead gorgeous bouquet of black cherries, spring flowers, plums, peppery herbs and underbrush, the 2014 Syrah Rosella's Vineyard is medium to full-bodied, seamless and polished on the palate, with a beautiful elegance and purity to its fruit. It has plenty of tannin, but they're perfectly ripe, and this sensational California Syrah can be enjoyed anytime over the coming decade or more. The 2014 Pinot Noirs from Roar are decidedly more savory and charming than the 2013s, which as a whole are a step up in quality. Nevertheless, these remain beautiful wines and are well worth seeking out. The Syrahs from this estate are straight-up fabulous. -Jeb Dunnuck.

Santa Lucia ligger syd for Monterey Bay og der dyrkes primært, pinot, chardonnay og syrah. Næsen på brølet her lægger elegant ud med intens duft af modne brombær, ristet rugbrød og viol. Munden er ôtaÆ mig-lækkerö med cremet frugt, masser af fylde og et lille syrebid til at skabe balance og give dig lyst til mere. Alkoholen brøler lidt til sidst, så hold den omkring 15 grader. Så skal den nok skylle din Tomahawk steak ned.