2015 Martinelli Syrah Hop Barn Hill Russian River Valley

WA95+ The 2015 Syrah Hop Barn Hill is very deep purple-black in color with a super intense nose of crushed black currants, black cherry preserves, plum pudding and fruitcake with touches of cigar box, star anise and espresso plus a waft of garrigue. Very big, very full-bodied and wonderfully opulent in the mouth, it offers tons of black fruit preserves and savory layers supported by firm, chewy tannins and just enough acidity, finishing long and mocha-laced. Our 2015 Hop Barn Hill Syrah has deep aromatics of black cherry, cassis, and allspice with firm acid on the palate and flavors including concentrated blackberry, tobacco and coffee bean.