Fess Parker Rodney's Vineyard Syrah 2006

"A brilliant effort, the 2006 Syrah Rodney's Vineyard reveals notes of lavender, charcoal, truffles, creme de cassis, blackberries, and smoky oak. This full-bodied, multilayered, textured, voluptuous Syrah possesses beautiful density, sweet, silky tannins, and stunning concentration as well as purity. It should drink well for 7-8 years"

93 Points

The Wine Advocate

"The sheer deliciousness gives this wine its high score. It's like a decadent pastry dessert, with dark chocolate truffle, grilled black cherry, cassis, anise and sandalwood flavors sprinkled with cinnamon and pepper. But it's fully dry. The high alcohol and softness suggest drinking now. "

91 Points

Wine Enthusiast

"Fleshy plum and cherry jam flavors are wrapped in firm tannins in this full-bodied effort, picking up mineral and tobacco notes on the long, fleshy finish. Drink now through 2011."

90 Points

Wine Spectator

"Dark purple. Musky scents of blackcurrant, cherry skin and rooty sassafras, with slow-building olive and violet qualities. Broad, fleshy dark berry liqueur flavors are framed by velvety tannins, picking up cracked pepper and olive notes with air. A serious, chewy wine that develops sweetness and spiciness on the long, sappy finish. Decant this if you plan on opening it any time soon."

90 Points

International Wine Cellar