Mark Maruszak

9.3

Crazy awesome. Tons of black pepper, smoke, tobacco and bacon fat. Luscious dark fruits. Very fruit forward palate. Waaaaaay too young. — 11 years ago

Tannin Wine Bar & Kitchen KC

9.4

Cherry-tobacco. Very aromatic, light body, high acidity, very focused-expressive. Pepper in palate: warm but not hot. — 12 years ago

David Kuchar

9.4

peppers and dill pickles — 12 years ago

with Kahley

Jamie Franklin

9.3

Nice dark berry fruit with pepper notes, medium tannins and long finish. Delicious! — 11 years ago

Lori Mike

8.9

purple dark berry and oak with pleasant spice. Black pepper on the finish making this a true Zin. — 11 years ago

V M

9.4

Mulling spice and plums on the start with black pepper and fresh cut flowers. This is drinking beautifully now but has structure to support it for years to come — 12 years ago

Richard Bischoff

9.2

Yuko bought this at Costco for about $16. Appearance is clear, medium intensity, purple color, clear rim to medium core. Nose is clean, medium intensity, developing, with aromas of blackberries, pepper, and vanilla. Palate is dry, medium acidity, tannins and alcohol; medium body & flavor intensity; flavors of blackberry, black cherry, vanilla and pepper; very well-balanced with a firm tannic texture and a medium finish. Quality is good; can drink now but has potential for aging until 2016. I like it! A very nice wine that punches a few pound above its weight. Great with beef filet with bacon (but then what isn't?), and dishes that incorporate umami flavors. — 13 years ago

Will Phelps

Joseph Phelps Vineyards

9.2

2008. Very good for the price. Everything I look for in a Syrah - berries, pepper, spice, and a little gaminess. — 11 years ago

with Benjamin

Knightsbridge Wine Shoppe

9.3

In a fantastic spot. Dark red berries, game and black pepper. Wonderful acidity. — 12 years ago

Alex Albrecht

9.6

TJ Syrah. Super pepper! — 12 years ago

with Heather