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2014 Lava Vine Knights Valley Syrah

Estate: Lava Vine Winery (Von Strasser Winery)

Region: Knights Valley, Sonoma County, North Coast, California, United States of America



Tasting Note:February 10, 2018

Fourth Syrah in our California Syrah tasting.

Deep ruby red. Cinnamon on the attack of the nose with notes of cherries, spices, black pepper and olives. Medium tannins (6/10) and medium bodied. A touch floral on the palate with a some meatiness, perfume and black cherries. Medium plus to long finish.


Would love to try more, looks like Lava Vine Winery was merged with Von Strasser Winery in early 2016.

Drink Dates:

2017 till 2022.

Rating:

91 points.

Price Point:

$$ - Purchased from WineBid.com for $21.55. Retail price from winery is $42.00.


Tasting Note:October 15, 2017

Coravinned a quick sample to try out. Deep and bright purplish ruby red. Quite savory on the nose with notes of black olives, black pepper, even a little white pepper, some more spices and smoky undertones. A touch of dark berries too. Medium tannins (6/10) with balanced acidity and medium body. Quite dry and savory on the palate with dark cherries, crushed gravel and dark spices. Decent finish that lingers for a little.


Would love to try more, looks like Lava Vine Winery was merged with Von Strasser Winery in early 2016.

Drink Dates:

2017 till 2022.

Rating:

91 points.

Price Point:

$$ - Purchased from WineBid.com for $21.55. Retail price from winery is $42.00.