VML 2021 Lester Vineyard Syrah (Santa Cruz Mountains) Rating and Review | Wine Enthusiast
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VML 2021 Lester Vineyard Syrah (Santa Cruz Mountains)

Rating
96
Price
$52
Winery
VML
Region
Wine Type
Red
Alcohol
12.8%
Bottle Size
750 ml
Issue Date
3/1/2024
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The reductive hints of tar and charred meat open toward lilac, elderberrry and blueberry on the layered nose of this bottling, which is built for the cellar. There's a tarry grip to the palate, where smoked meat, cracked pepper and an underlying dense, dried elderberry fruit tone holds deep into the finish. Expect further greatness to come. Drink now-2041. Matt Kettmann

What Is Blind Tasting?

All tastings reported in the Buying Guide are performed blind. Typically, products are tasted in peer-group flights of from 5-8 samples. Reviewers may know general information about a flight to provide context—vintage, variety or appellation—but never the producer or retail price of any given selection. When possible, products considered flawed or uncustomary are retasted.

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About The Scores

*Products deemed unacceptable (receving a rating below 80 points) are not reviewed.

98-100

Classic
The Pinnacle of quality

94-97

Superb
A great achievement

90-93

Excellent
Highly recommended

87-89

Very Good
Often good value; well recommended

83-86

Good
Suitable for everyday consumption, often good value

80-82

Acceptable
Can be employed


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