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The Distinguished Cellar Series - April 2014
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Lot 1834
Estimate: $130
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92-94WA
"The 2011 Syrah Papaâs Block is endowed with serious grip and tension. Dark raspberries, savory herbs, crushed flowers and stems are all very much present in the glass. At this stage, the whole clusters (32%) still need time to integrate, but all the aromas and flavors are vivid and beautifully articulated throughout. Fresh, floral notes add lift on the finish, while the firm tannins provide the underlying architecture. The Papaâs Block is highly compelling, but it wonât be ready to drink for at least a few years."
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Red
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"The 2011 Syrah Papaâs Block is endowed with serious grip and tension. Dark raspberries, savory herbs, crushed flowers and stems are all very much present in the glass. At this stage, the whole clusters (32%) still need time to integrate, but all the aromas and flavors are vivid and beautifully articulated throughout. Fresh, floral notes add lift on the finish, while the firm tannins provide the underlying architecture. The Papaâs Block is highly compelling, but it wonât be ready to drink for at least a few years."
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The fourth-largest wine producer in the world, led by California. American fine wine is defined by ripe, expressive fruit and a spirit of innovation, with Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon among the most sought-after wines globally.
A large, geographically varied California region producing cool-climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay near the coast and richer Zinfandel and Cabernet inland. Its wines range from elegant to bold.
A cool, fog-influenced Sonoma AVA renowned for elegant, complex Pinot Noir and rich, balanced Chardonnay.
Syrah (Shiraz) produces dark, powerful reds with black fruit, pepper and smoked-meat notes. It yields elegant, perfumed wines in the northern Rhone and bold, rich styles in Australia.