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Tyrus Evan 2005 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (OR))

Price $40

The fruit comes from the Seven Hills vineyard, on the Oregon side of the Walla Walla AVA. The fruit flavors are an intriguing mix of black cherry, plum and bourbon-soaked fig; there’s nothing shy here. What is especially noteworthy is that winemaker Ken Wright has crafted a Syrah that is distinctively different from others that are using this fruit; it’s more… — P.G. (2/1/2008)

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Tyrus Evan 2003 Del Rio Claret Red

Price $36

Ken Wright creates a powerful, ripe and somewhat alcoholic red blend in this hot vintage. It feels a bit manipulated—the chalky tannins have been softened up and made more accessible—but the soft cherry fruit stands out and gives a warm, silky impression in the mouth. — P.G. (4/1/2007)

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Tyrus Evan 2005 Del Rio Vineyard Syrah (Rogue Valley)

Price $36

The Del Rio vineyard, in southern Oregon’s Rogue Valley AVA, has pioneered the cultivation of Syrah in that part of the Northwest. As the vines acquire some age, they are coming into focus, and the rough tannins seem to be more in balance with the fruit. These wines are somewhat similar in style to the Syrahs from the Okanagan valley of Canada, and they offer an… — P.G. (2/1/2008)

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Tyrus Evan 2003 Walla Walla Claret Red (Walla Walla Valley (OR))

Price $36

Ken Wright sources this fruit from the Pepper Bridge and Seven Hills vineyards, crafting a pleasant Bordeaux blend that shows the softer side of the valley’s fruit. Clean and forward, the mixed flavors of plum and berry are right up front, but the relative weightlessness of the finish suggests that these are from some of the younger vines. — P.G. (4/1/2007)

Most Reviewed Designations

Del Rio Claret Del Rio Vineyard Walla Walla Claret

Most Reviewed Varietals

Bordeaux-style Red Blend Syrah

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The esteemed Hyde Vineyard is in Carneros, and is the source for some…

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