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2012 Fable Mountain Vineyards Syrah

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January 31, 2021 - $30

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RATINGS

95The Wine Advocate

There is great detail and precision on the nose here with engaging blackcurrant, raspberry preserve and violet scents that unfold in the glass... The palate is very well structured with a keen line of acidity cutting a swathe through the crystalline blackberry and blueberry fruit, and there is an enthralling underlying mineralité that imparts so much complexity and nuance on the finish.

91Wine Enthusiast

There's a spicy soul to this beautiful Syrah, as forward notes of white pepper, licorice and sweet spice abound on the nose and mouth, infusing the raspberry, cherry and brambly blackberry fruits throughout. Additional notes of purple violets, fynbos and black tea add depth and interest. Medium weight, the approachable palate boasts a crushed satin texture, with fine yet gripping tannins that hang on through the spicy finish.

90Wine Spectator

A lush, inviting style, offering a melted licorice note that covers the core of warmed plum, boysenberry and raspberry confiture flavors. The long, fleshy finish has subtle toast and a light anise hint. A lovely display of fruit.

90+ Stephen Tanzer

Vibrant but reticent nose offers dark berries, leather, cola, mint, spices and underbrush, plus a meaty nuance. Concentrated, ripe and fine-grained, showing lovely breadth and lift without any excess weight...has the serious ripe tannins... Some caramel oak and licorice on the back.

17Jancis Robinson

Big and bold on the nose...relatively refined. Liquorice and juicy.

TYPE

Red Wine, Syrah (Shiraz)

This grape is grown in milder climates and produces a medium-to full-bodied wine. It is also known as Shiraz, but should not be confused with Petit Sirah, which was developed by crossing Syrah with Peloursin.