Great Syrah from Russell Creek Winery

Last night I checked out a Russell Creek Syrah I picked up at YPOWW last week and was totally blown away with the quality, especially given the price!  The 2007 CV Winemakers Select Syrah was one of the yummiest wines I have had in a few weeks.  It was clear that the wine was oaked, but it was a warm, delicious oak that wasn't the least bit offensive or overpowering as they can be more often than one would like.  The tannins of the wine were subtle and refined and the wine was ripe with caramel, dark berries and spice.  On the back end the wine finished with warm tobbacco and a hint of vanilla.  The biggest downfall - a rather disturbing label!  I would highly suggest you pick up a few bottles of this wine before it sells out!

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