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89POINTS
16¼/20
Nichol Vineyard Syrah Reservare 2003
Naramata Bench, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaWhere others wineries have floundered in a difficult 2003 vintage, the Nichols appear to have hit the target. Love this smoky, meaty, gamey, nose flecked with pepper and rootsy aromas. Dry, round, slightly tannic entry with a sense of elegance throughout. Dense peppery, gamey, meaty fruit with floral, black berry, smoky, spicy flavours with a bit of saddle leather and coffee grind on the finish. Needs 2-4 years. Well made and perfectly suited to strong meat dishes. Fine effort.Tasted: 23 April 2006Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:| BC | $34.90 | 750ml | winery direct |
Grape: Shiraz/Syrah