2016 Kongsgaard Syrah, Napa Valley, USA (750ml) Mount Harlan and Frank Johnson—all cool-climate sites

and Frank Johnson—all cool-climate sites with low-vigour soils such as Goldridge loam

The spicy oak is very well integrated

17% Petite Sirah

intensity of color and balance

2016 Kongsgaard Syrah, Napa Valley, USA (750ml) Mount Harlan and Frank Johnson—all cool-climate sitesTASTING NOTES: Deep garnet purple colored, the 2016 Syrah Hudson Vineyard comes charging forth with perfumed black berries, chocolate covered cherries, mulberries and blueberry preserves with touches of violets, scorched earth and smoked meats. Full bodied, rich, spicy and decadent, it has a firm yet plush frame and very long, layered finish. Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 98+ pts