2021 | Reynvaan Family The Contender Syrah | Walla Walla Valley Piper-Heidsieck polished tannins and a long

polished tannins and a long

Whiffs of smoked nuts

dark chocolate and cedar chest

Crane Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon pours a deep garnet core with a vivacious ruby red rim

Plenty of honeyed peach and nectarine notes emerge from the 2019 Château Carbonnieux Blanc

2021 | Reynvaan Family The Contender Syrah | Walla Walla Valley Piper-Heidsieck polished tannins and a longThe elegant and balanced Contender is ahead on points in the fight for best Syrah I've had in awhile. Aromas of warm earth, roast beef, fig compote and crushed caraway seeds lead to flavors of blackberries, espresso, bacon fat and a burst of orange zest on the long finish. Now I'm hungry. Look for gentle acidity and silky tannins. 95 Pts Wine Enthusiast