Best Buy! Oregon icon Ken Wright helped shine a spotlight on Del Rio Vineyard during the George W. Bush administration with vineyard-designate Syrah under the Tyrus Evans brand. A year after that wine’s release, Rob Wallace hired Jean-Michel Jussiaume, and his latest work with this Rhône variety is scintillating. Orange blossom, white peach and Rainier cherry carry into a finish of rhubarb compote, pink watermelon and a twist of lemon peel. Qualifying award: Sunset International (gold)
Rating: Platinum • 95 points
Production: 1,700 cases
Alcohol: 12.6%
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