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Casa Cassara 2001 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley)

Price $24

Very dry, rather tart and acidic, but the polished cherry and blackberry flavors are juicy and enjoyable, and are sweetened with a dash of oak. This wine desperately needs a big, thick cut of meat to tame it. Try with a sirloin steak. — S.H. (12/1/2004)

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Casa Cassara 2005 Estate Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills)

Price $34

Here’s a lighter-bodied Pinot that appeals for its direct cherry, cola, root beer and spicy flavors. It’s silky, with a briny finish. Drink now. — S.H. (4/1/2007)

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Casa Cassara 2001 Burning Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills)

Price $46

A little pruny or raisiny, and also hot, although there are some succulent black cherry flavors in the middle. But there’s something tough and rugged about this wine, and it does leave a burn behind. — S.H. (12/1/2004)

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Casa Cassara 2001 Estate Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills)

Price $28

Smells a little musty and mushroomy, but airing brings out the underlying cherry flavors. In the mouth, this wine is fairly tannic and tight, but once again, those cherries reveal themselves after you swallow. Likely to improve with six months or a year of aging. — S.H. (12/1/2004)

Most Reviewed Designations

Burning Creek Vineyard Estate

Most Reviewed Varietals

Pinot Noir Syrah

2009 Va Piano

Having been given almost four years of age prior to release, this deep…

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