The 1999 Syrah Eisele Vineyard (a blend of 94% Syrah and 6% Viognier) boasts an opaque ruby/purple color along with gorgeous complex aromatics of melted asphalt graphite blackberry liqueur coffee and a hint of pepper. This full-bodied Syrah reveals surprising freshness finesse and elegance despite its size. The wine is long rich and French in style. It is best drunk over the next 10-15 years.