Muscardini 2011 Unti Vineyards Syrah (Dry Creek Valley)

Country: US / Unti Vineyards
Variety: Syrah California
Winery: Muscardini / Dry Creek Valley

Minty, this restrained Syrah is from a sought-after vineyard, a pioneer in Sonoma County Rhône-style wines. Here, the producer keeps things interesting in swathes of white pepper, mint and cranberry, as well as a strong sense of leather throughout. High in acidity, it needs time to come together; try after 2020.