92pts Wine Enthusiast

This 2021 Syrah preaches judicious restraint in alcohol, tannins and oak. Aged 17 months in neutral French oak puncheons, the Lower East teases with Bing cherry, blackcap raspberry and vanilla aromas. The boysenberry pie, cinnamon and orange-pip tobacco flavors are as pleasing as comfort food. Superb value.

92pts Wine Spectator

Precise and keenly structured, with handsome flavors of currant and blackberry highlighted by notes of pencil lead and dusky spices. Finishes with refined tannins.

Winemaker Notes

Opening with a vibrant mountain berry medley on the nose of huckleberry, blackberry, and ripe raspberry. Savory aromas of thick-cut bacon, green and kalamata olives, tarragon, black pepper, and Asian spices complement the fruit. The palate unfolds with dark berry, pepper, and herbal notes. Plush tannins and firm acidity bring freshness and vibrancy to the finish.