I much prefer the 2010 La Gaffelière that I tasted the week previously

The broader-shouldered flavors possess an almost painful intensity with plenty of muscle and mouth coating sap that manages to adequately buffer the slightly warm and youthfully awkward finish

my score gives the benefit of the doubt that the reduction is a passing phase

and most of the fruit from those vineyards ended up in the blend of this VS

it’s not completely clear that it will ever successfully integrate all of it

Kershaw, SH9c Groenland Bokkeveld Shale Deconstructed Syrah Size:6x750ml I much prefer the 2010Possessing an almost Pinot Noir esque nose with lifted florals and subtly spiced red fruits aromas, the 2017 Deconstructed Syrah Groenland Bokkeveld Shale SH9c begins with notions of potpourri, sweet cherries and wild raspberry. Medium bodied, the palate is delightfully spicy and showcases succulent acidity with a fine line of tannins that melt away with a delightful expression of dusty red flowers and juicy strawberry spice. The wine continues to