The inky/blue/purple-colored 2002 Syrah Melville Vineyards boasts a stunning perfume of crushed rocks white flowers blueberry and blackberry liqueur a viscous texture good underlying acidity that provides vibrance as well as delineation and a spectacularly rich multidimensional mid-palate and finish. This formidable Syrah is approachable but will benefit from 1-2 more years to develop further. It should last through 2016+. One cannot say enough about the commitment to excellence exhibited year after year by Adam Tolmach.(Release date 4/05)Tel. (805) 649-1674

Enticing aromas of wild berry boysenberry spice and hazelnut lead to a firm intense richly concentrated young wine that should only reward cellaring. Reveals a complex medley of blueberry and blackberry flavors on the finish. Shows a remarkable range of complexity. Best from 2007 through 2013. 420 cases made.