2007 GORDON BROTHERS SYRAH COLUMBIA VALLEY, WASHINGTON … $16.99
Anyone who knows me, knows that I love syrah. I have been saddened by the decline in sales over the last couple of years and I have written a few articles on my theory about why this is the case. I am happy to say that I am starting to sense a resurgence in interest towards this wonderful wine. There is no doubt in my mind that it is syrah like this Gordon Brothers that is helping the cause.
Gordon Brothers is one of the oldest wineries in the state, and they have a long history of producing some outstanding juice. This syrah has all the elements I look for in a well made wine. Intense aromas of black plums, black licorice and hits of blueberries. On the palate notes of bacon fat, tar, black plum and a nice core of spice in the middle. This baby has a lot of weight to it and it shows on an intense finish showing notes of white pepper, plum and blueberries that hang on the palate for a long time. There is some oak present on this wine but it is well integrated with the fruit. One of the best syrah I have tasted this year from Washington State. 95 points Cheers! Stan The Wine Man
