Ninety Plus Cellars Lot 101 Columbia Valley Syrah 2009
Like earlier tastings, I pulled this full throttle Columbia Valley Shiraz to accompany bbq rib dinner. I've raved about this wine several times in this blog, talking about the high QPR (quality price ratio) that can occasionally be found in negociant private label wines. Of course the challenge is that often they are 'one hit wonders' since there is no guarantee of follow up vintages of the particular label.
I've stated that this may be one of our favorite drinking wines in our cellar right now, certainly at this price point!
This is still holding its own at seven years of age.
RM 91 points.
https://www.cellartracker.com/wine.asp?iWine=1742790
http://www.ninetypluscellars.com/wines/lot-101-collectors-series-syrah
As usual, we saved a couple glasses to try later and this was even better the next day. It was awesome with the spectacular Sunday Brunch Linda prepared - French Strawberry Crepes, grilled filet steak with blue cheese and fresh avocado, and fresh Peach puree fizz (below), enjoyed on the deck.
Like earlier tastings, I pulled this full throttle Columbia Valley Shiraz to accompany bbq rib dinner. I've raved about this wine several times in this blog, talking about the high QPR (quality price ratio) that can occasionally be found in negociant private label wines. Of course the challenge is that often they are 'one hit wonders' since there is no guarantee of follow up vintages of the particular label. I've stated that this may be one of our favorite drinking wines in our cellar right now, certainly at this price point!
This is still holding its own at seven years of age.
Dark inky garnet colored, medium to full bodied, this full throttle Syrah reveals layers of blackberry and black currants fruits with tones of sweet vanilla, caramel and spice with hints of black pepper on a lingering smooth tannin finish.
RM 91 points.
https://www.cellartracker.com/wine.asp?iWine=1742790
http://www.ninetypluscellars.com/wines/lot-101-collectors-series-syrah
As usual, we saved a couple glasses to try later and this was even better the next day. It was awesome with the spectacular Sunday Brunch Linda prepared - French Strawberry Crepes, grilled filet steak with blue cheese and fresh avocado, and fresh Peach puree fizz (below), enjoyed on the deck.
