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SYRAH

96 WeatherEye 2019 Estate Syrah (Red Mountain). WeatherEye is a new site established on the top of Red Mountain, farmed by legendary grower Ryan Johnson, with this wine made by esteemed winemaker Todd Alexander. The aromas are brooding, with notes of huckleberry, flower, crushed rock and barrel spice. Full bodied, ripe intense dark fruit flavors follow. It’s a full-on flavor and textural assault, taking no prisoners. Hedonism in a glass. Best after 2026. Cellar Selection. —S.S.

abv: 15% Price: $85

The aromas bring notes of fractured basalt, red and black fruit, moist earth, fresh. —S.S.

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