08 Syrah, Laborde Double Select
90 Points, Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, 2010
"Full ruby. Blackberry, violet, licorice and bitter chocolate on the nose, with hints of fresh herbs. Sweet, suave and more pliant than the maiden 2007 offering, but with plenty of energy to the dark fruit and peppery spice flavors. Very good vinosity here-and a lot of syrah for the price."
Wine Details
| Country | Argentina |
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| Alcohol | 14.4% |
| Color | Red |
| Still/Sparkling | Still |
| Special Features | |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Varietals | Syrah |
| Wood Treatment | 12 months in 50% new French and 50% second-use French barriques |
Tasting Notes
Beautiful deep purple color, tilting the glass the shallows are a soft rose. The nose is like walking into a gentlemen’s poker parlor: aromas of cigar, leather, and smoked meat fill the nose with hints of toasty oak, forest floor and baking spice. Rich, lush, and mouthfilling on the palate. Well structured tannins support big fruit flavors of blackberry jam, black spiced cherries, ground black pepper and just a hint of rhubarb. Nice, long, lingering finish. L3—lush, long and loveable. Pairs well with grilled or smoked meats such as beef, pork, and lamb, and dishes prepared with mild cheeses or wild mushrooms.
