2018 Jeff Cohn, Syrah -Buffalo Hill-

Jeff Cohn's ene topvin er denne Syrah fra den mest stenede del af Rockpile-vinmarken i knap 700 meters højde, hvor undergrunden har en stor andel granit sammen med ler, quartz og grus. En stor træ-skulptur af en bøffel står ved marken, og har givet navn til denne vin. Denne rene Syrah, som der kun laves knap 1000 flasker af i 2018, lagres i ny store franske fade og gæres med 30% stilke. (-2040+) *****

99 points Jeb Dunnuck: "Another killer Syrah from Cohn that flirts with perfection, the 2018 Syrah Buffalo Hill Rockpile Vineyard comes from a single vineyard in the Rockpile AVA of Sonoma, and I always find an incredible Hermitage-like character in this cuvée. Deep purple, with a primordial bouquet of crème de cassis and blackberry fruits as well as graphite, scorched earth, bacon fat, and violets, it hits the palate with full-bodied richness, a layered, multi-dimensional texture, massive amounts of fruit, and a finish that won't quit. It's not for those seeking lightweight aromas and flavors but it nevertheless stays beautifully balanced, has ultra-fine tannins, and a great finish. It will evolve effortlessly for 15 years or more."