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2007 Sandler Wine Company Syrah Connell Vineyard - USA, California, Sonoma County, Bennett Valley (10/8/2010)
13.9% alcohol. This closed up since last year, shutting down for what promises to be a long and fruitful hibernation. Dark red-purple color. Aromatic nose of blackberry, blueberry, minerals, olives, and meat. In the mouth, brooding and powerful, with beautiful purity of fruit and robust structure, earth, spice, and meat notes. The acidity is vibrant, but the finish takes over with tannic force. This is still balanced, quite elegant, and compelling. Just needs time now to come out of its shell after being so open for business early in its lifeline. A-
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