Alexandria Nicole Cellars 2019 Destiny Ridge Vineyard Jet Black Syrah, Horse Heaven Hills $32

Syrah plays a significant role in the ANC portfolio, and the Boyle family’s 327-acre planting includes Phelps and Sara Lee clones. There’s a strong sense of Hostess Blackberry Pie, cured meat, allspice and white pepper throughout as the depth of the extraction creates a bit of hedonism. There are now five retail locations for ANC after the opening of the Audacity Wine Bar in the Washington State Convention Center in downtown Seattle. Qualifying award: Bellingham NW (double gold)

Rating: Platinum • 93 points

Production: 2,395 cases

Alcohol: 14.2%

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