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The December 2018 Distinguished Cellar Auction, Part II

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Auction Ends: 12/13/2018 6:00:00 PM PDT

Lot #460. Alban Vineyards Syrah Estate Lorraine 2004

Description: Consists of 3 Bottles, 0.75L
Score: 100 WA.
"More layered and concentrated, with incredible depth and richness, the 2004 Syrah Lorraine comes from chalk and flint benefits and sees the standard extended barrel aging regime, with close to 42 months spent in oak. According to John, it’s the wine that’s the most ready to go, no matter the age. It hits all of my sweet spots with its brilliant aromatics, decadent texture and blockbuster finish. Showing traces of the marine-like saltiness that’s found in the Reva, it offers up a smorgasbord of aromas and flavors, with black raspberry, creme de cassis, salted beef and liquid smoke comprising the bulk of the bouquet. Full-bodied, seamless and balanced, with fabulous concentration and nothing out of place, it’s an incredible expression of Syrah that could come from nowhere else." eRobertParker.com #212, Apr 2014
Provenance: The Griffin Cellar
Lot Location: Orange County
Estimate: $650

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