Wild Coyote 2012 Red Cloud Syrah (Paso Robles)

Country: US / California
Variety: Syrah
Winery: Wild Coyote / Red Cloud

Ripe aromas of blueberry, acai fruit and grape candy get touched by smoked meat, crushed herbs and a slight mint. Leather and tar flavors emerge on the palate, but the fruits and spice characteristics are wound up in incredibly firm, mouth-drying tannins, which are overwhelming right now.