Horsepower Syrah Sur Echalas

A masterful expression of Walla Walla Valley terroir, the 2022 Sur Echalas Vineyard [Syrah] opens with an intricate bouquet of blueberries, crushed black plums, roasted herbs, charred rosemary, and smoked sea salt, interwoven with layers of smoked bacon, espresso bean, and crushed graphite. The cool vintage lends remarkable poise, with electric acidity providing impeccable balance to the wine’s depth and intensity. On the palate, it is sumptuously layered, unveiling dark plums and macerated raspberries, underscored by an umami-laden savoriness and a deeply mineral core. Tannins are polished yet structured, guiding the wine toward an effortless, harmonious finish that lingers with hints of iron, olive tapenade, and wild violets. A Syrah of breathtaking complexity and depth, this is an absolute standout that will evolve beautifully in the cellar for the next 15 years or more. Highly recommended. 100pts