This is an aromatically appealing wine with floral notes along with an assortment of berries, char, coffee, and smoked meat. The palate is medium-plus bodied with palate coating fruit and savory flavors and bitters on the finish. Still has some edges sticking out. Give an additional six to twelve months. 97% Syrah, 3% Viognier. Mill Creek Vineyard. Aged 14.5 months in French oak (35% new). 14.7% alcohol. 182 cases produced. Sample provided by winery.