Lagrein doesn't get enough attention so I was glad to be able to taste this wine.  It is a Polaner Selection (Importer) which is always a good sign.  Garnet in color, mostly opaque and bright.  The nose has cherries, dust and black cherries.  Medium to full bodied.  Medium tannins.  Good acidity.  On the palate, flavors of black cherries with a bit of cherries.  Lots of depth.  Long finish.  This is nice on its own but better with food.  It would be best with a hearty pasta dish, perhaps in a mushroom cream sauce.  Drink over the next ten years. 

This is a lighter style of cool climate Syrah.  It was co-fermented with 3-5% Viognier.  Ruby in color, clear and bright.  The nose has macerated cherries, dry tea and dried floral notes.  Light bodied.  Light tannins.  On the palate, thin cherries.  Moderate finish.  This is not a style of Syrah that I particularly favor but for those looking for a lighter Syrah, this might be perfect.  It worked well with soft goat cheese.  Drink over the next year or two.