Mayer, Syrah other_regions This is unusually powerful compared

This is unusually powerful compared to what is typical for Echézeaux though it is not particularly complex but the underlying material is here such that it is reasonable that more will develop and my rating assumes that it will

(89-91)/2021+

A ripe if highly restrained mix of red and blue fruit is liberally sprinkled with spice and floral notes

but the finesse and precision here surpasses all the preceding vintages

This is most impressive as it manages to deliver stunning intensity and depth of material without any undue heaviness

Mayer, Syrah other_regions This is unusually powerful comparedYou either like the 100% whole bunch style, or you don't. It's polarizing. Here, in this 2021 Syrah from Mayer, it contributes a green olive, star anise, arnica, amaro mountain herbs and black tea edge to the aromatics, while the palate takes on a decidedly green, leafy, complex and structural form. There are notes of black cherries, lavender, mulch, thyme, sage, sandalwood and brine. There are top quality producers internationally that are known and