Carhartt Vineyards Syrah 2002

The 2002 Syrah is a big earthy wine, with brooding plum and berry notes. The nose has aromas of dense red fruit with warm spice, vanilla and hints of dark chocolate. The tannins are dusty and smooth, with the characteristic flavors of white peppercorn, dark Satsuma plums, fresh earth, barrel smoke, leather and vanilla spice. The wine is crafted to be age-worthy, and while enjoyable now, is still in its youth. It is highly recommended that the wine be decanted and allowed to breathe for fifteen to twenty minutes prior to pouring.