2008 Chateau St Jean Syrah Durell Vineyard Sonoma Valley

This Syrah is a terrific buy, year in, your out. The nose of this particular vintage displays blackcurrant, black cherries, cassis, violets, mint, coffee beans and coconut milk aromas. Deep purple in color, it's concentrated in the mouth with a very attractive and juicy texture. Well-balanced, this wine will benefit from short term cellaring as the tannins will gradually release delicious and complex ageing aromas. Very tasty by itself, it also pairs well with most barbequed meats.