Do you belong to any winery clubs? If not, you might consider joining one. We belong to Alpha Omega's club and we receive four shipments per year. Most clubs have some discretion when choosing reds, whites, roses, or a combination depending upon which varietals winery produces. Bonuses of being a club member include first dibs on new releases, member's only bottles, and perks when visiting the winery. Onto this month's shipment of Alpha Omega's 2006 and 2007 syrahs. According to the literature included with the shipment, these bottles are for club members only. All produced bottles were distributed through the club and none will be available to merchants or for those who visit the winery.
That's unfortunate. The 2006 is a very nice syrah actually. It's still a bit tight with strong tannins and great structure. It presents itself much like a big zinfandel upfront, but you soon get the spice you normally experience with syrah. It is quite pleasant throughout with much dark fruit, spice, and currant. Short, but nice finish.
I would hold onto this one for another two years or so. Tight now, but should mellow out into a dandy. I'll be holding the 2007 for another three years before dusting it off for show.
T-Scale 90. Unfortunately, you can't get it, but if you can, you should. This should be a 92+ in a year or two. Wines like this one make me a believer in syrah!
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