Limerick Lane Syrah California Russian River Valley 2013

Made from 70% Syrah and 30% Grenache, this deceptively restrained wine shows a silkiness of texture wrapped around a brightness of soft, red berry and earth, managing to stay juicy and refreshing in the glass. Leather and black pepper play on the palate as it winds down.

An amazing wine is their blend of 70% Syrah and 30% Grenache, the 2013 Syrah/Grenache, which again sees almost all neutral oak barrels. Deep purple, with a sexy nose of spring flowers, blackberries, Christmas spices, licorice and forest floor, it’s deep, full-bodied, voluptuously textured, opulent and just a stunningly rich, concentrated wine. I’m surprised the alcohol is only14.1%. The good news is there were just under 500 cases produced. Drink now-2023.