title: Testarossa 2005 Thompson Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County)
description: This is quite a luscious Syrah, soft, smooth, complex and layered, showing qualities of both warm and cool climates. From the cool end of the spectrum comes a lively acidity and not a trace of overripeness. The riper notes of blackberries, cassis, gingersnap cookie and licorice are delicious, enriched by smoky oak. Drink now and for a few years.
variety: Syrah
designation: Thompson Vineyard