2014 Carlisle Sierra Mar Vineyard Syrah, Santa Lucia Highlands, USA (750ml) Ohio On the palate fruity and

On the palate fruity and with silky tannins in the core

Nigori—unfiltered sake retains some of the rice sediment in the bottle

It is composed of Chardonnay for elegance and delicacy

Fine bubbles feed a persistent mousse

2014 Carlisle Sierra Mar Vineyard Syrah, Santa Lucia Highlands, USA (750ml) Ohio On the palate fruity andTASTING NOTES: Though from a cool region, this is a more powerful style of Syrah, showing elegant fudge and caramel notes as well as blackberries, blueberries, espresso cream and strong cola aromas. Tangy black currant and baked black cherry fruit pop on the palate, along with tobacco, smoked beef and baking spice. Wine Enthusiast, 93 pts