91
points
Davis Family 2007 Guyzer Block Syrah (Russian River Valley)
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$38
This is a big, strong, gutsy Syrah, a powerhouse of jammy blackberries, currants, bacon, pepper and sandalwood. It’s completely dry, with rich, thick tannins and a long, spicy finish. Good now, with proper fare, and should glidepath through the next six years.
— S.H.
(2/1/2010)
91
points
Davis Family 2006 Guyzer Block Syrah (Russian River Valley)
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$38
It’s quite good, a dry, full-bodied wine with complex, mashed blackberry and cherry fruit baked into peppery, cinnamony pie crust. There are additional, savory nuances of tamari, broiled ground beef and sweet Provençal herbs. Have this dry, powerful Syrah with fine roasted meats.
— S.H.
(10/1/2008)
90
points
Davis Family 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley)
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$50
Tasted in late summer of 2009, this Cab tasted fresh out of the barrel, with jammy cherry, black raspberry, blackberry and plum flavors, generously accented with smoky oak. Delicious now, but with the inherent balance to age for six years or so.
— S.H.
(12/15/2009)