2017 Alban Vineyards Syrah Reva Alban Estate Vineyard, USA, California, Edna Valley, Wine Review
Opened this on night one. It was drinking ok, but tight. Recorked, on the counter and reopened the following evening. Much better. This is 97 to 100% Syrah with the balance, Viognier. While perhaps a "weaker" vintage and more accessible than most, this is a killer wine. Inky purple in color, opaque and shimmering bright. The nose has black raspberries, maybe some boysenberries (its a fine line), along with black pepper, black olives and slight floral notes. In the glass, an earthy note comes out. Great texture. Luxurious but energetic at the same time. On the palate, black raspbe