2010 Qupé Syrah Bien Nacido Hillside Estate

This is textbook Bien Nacido Hillside Syrah showing spicy, savory aromatics with a nice dollop of toasty mocha from the oak. It is deeply colored with well integrated flavors of blueberries, cola, and hints of black pepper. The acidity is in good balance and the palate is plush. This wine shows pretty well now, but will easily reward 10-15 years of bottle ageing. -- Bob Lindquist, Winemaker notes