2019 | Alban Vineyards Reva Estate Syrah | Edna Valley Biancavigna especially black fruits

especially black fruits

citrus and chalky-mineral notes

this 100% Listan Negro sees 12 hours of skins contact prior to fermentation

The nose is deeply rich and complex

2019 | Alban Vineyards Reva Estate Syrah | Edna Valley Biancavigna especially black fruitsMoving to the Syrahs, the 2019 Syrah Reva reveals a much cooler climate like style in its blackberry, graphite, pepper, and bouquet garni like nuances, and it picks up an almost Cornas like game and white pepper character with time in the glass. Medium to full bodied on the palate, it has a pure, layered, elegant mouthfeel, ripe yet polished tannins, and a great finish. It reminds me slightly of the 2018, although with slightly less concentration. It