2003 Jeff Cohn Cellars Syrah Rockpile Vineyard Haley's

There are 398 cases of the 2003 Syrah Rockpile Vineyard Haley’s Reserve (a whopper at 16.1% alcohol), a formidably-endowed, dense purple-colored offering boasting a sumptuous bouquet of vanilla, blackberry liqueur, cherries, licorice, and peppery spice. Massive in the mouth, but well-balanced, with impressive purity, layers of fruit and glycerin, and a rich, long finish, this backward Syrah needs 1-3 years of bottle age, and should keep for 12-15. Tel. (510) 749-9463; Fax (510) 864-0897