2006 Babcock Nook and Cranny Syrah, Santa Rita Hills, Santa Barbara County

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$50 at the winery.
13.6% abv
Nose red currants? Raspberry? Others chime in with pepper and clove, chocolate or cocoa. One Francophile said it tasted sweet. I and other defenders say it was fruity--not sweet. I found it very enjoyable at this young age. I have one more bottle
(Brian Babcock's top-of-the-line Syrah.)
[This message has been edited by wondersofwine (edited 08-17-2009).]