2021 L'Ecole No. 41 Syrah, USA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Wine Review

Not quite as good as the 2019 but maybe it will still get there. A blend of 82% Syrah, 16% Grenache and 2% Mourvedre. Purple in color, mostly opaque and bright. The nose is good with black raspberries, a nice earthy note, black pepper, slight roasted herbs and spice. Medium bodied. Firm tannins. Good acidity. On the palate, black raspberries, black pepper and char. Some complexity. Long finish. This could use a couple of years in a good cellar and then drink for ten to fifteen after that. it is nice on its own and will work well with many foods. It would work well with just about everything on a Charcuterie board.

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2021

Current Price:

$26.00USD

Merlot vs Syrah: Which Varietal Blooms Brightest in Washington?

Say “Oregon” and Pinot Noir comes to mind. Argentina? Malbec. And who can say “Shiraz” without thinking of Australia? But what grape will Washington wine country claim as it’s own as it expands in production and popularity? There are so many red treasures in this state, sometimes it is hard to say. But after my luscious Saturday tasting, I’m thinking Syrah and Merlot may duke it out for the prize.

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2021 Barnard Griffin Syrah, USA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Wine Review

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2021

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A-

Current Price:

$20.00USD

Tasted blind side by side with the 2020, this seemed a bit better. Inky purple in color, shimmering bright and opaque. The nose has black raspberries, black pepper, char and roasted meats. Full bodied. Medium tannins. The nose is better than the palate right now but its young and that should change. Soft texture. Flavors of black raspberries, slight black pepper and char. Good finish. This is a great value. It is nice on its own and should work well with many foods. A nice choice for grilled meats or veggies.

2019 L'Ecole No. 41 Syrah, USA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Wine Review

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2019

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$28.00USD

2020 Barnard Griffin Syrah, USA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Wine Review

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2020

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A-

Current Price:

$14.00USD

Good showing for this value driven Syrah from Washington. Purple in color, ruby at the rim, opaque and bright. The nose has black raspberries, clay, slight bacon fat, black pepper and spice. Medium bodied. Medium tannins. Good acidity. On the palate, this is slightly drying with flavors of boysenberries and some char. Moderate finish. This will drink well on its own and work with many foods. Grilled Portobellos would be a good match. Drink over the next seven to ten years.

2022 Owen Roe Syrah Ex Umbris, USA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Wine Review

Vintage:

2022

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A-

Current Price:

$24.00USD

Nice showing for this value driven wine. Purple in color, opaque and bright. The nose has black cherries, boysenberries, grilled herbs and spice. Medium to full bodied. On the palate, there is plenty of fruit. The attack is a bit sweet. Light tannins. Flavors of black cherries and black raspberries. Moderate finish. This is drinking well now and will work with lots of foods. This would make a nice choice with a Burger. Drink over the next five to eight years.

2021 L'Ecole No. 41 Syrah, USA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Wine Review

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