Judean Hills, Israel
I'm on a Clos de Gat run. After an impressive 2003 Harel Cabernet and a disappointing, disjointed 2009 Harel Merlot, this 2008 Syrah shines. It drives a nice middle road between floral, peppery Syrah and brawny, leathery Shiraz, with nice berry fruit, a meaty spiciness and savoury, resolved tannins. I wouldn't hold this much further but it delivers an excellent glass right now.
I'm on a Clos de Gat run. After an impressive 2003 Harel Cabernet and a disappointing, disjointed 2009 Harel Merlot, this 2008 Syrah shines. It drives a nice middle road between floral, peppery Syrah and brawny, leathery Shiraz, with nice berry fruit, a meaty spiciness and savoury, resolved tannins. I wouldn't hold this much further but it delivers an excellent glass right now.
Dec 25th, 2015