J. Lohr South Ridge Syrah 2011

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There are 3 user submitted reviews for this wine.

Heather Wall rated this wine as 88/100 with the following review:

This full-bodied California Syrah is deep ruby with loads of dark cherry, smoke, cassis and cloves with a wet wool component. The palate lends horse saddle, black pepper, strawberry tart, toast and lit cigar. Youthfull grainy tannins with medium+ acidity. Not an overly long length on a vanilla fruit finish. Decent value for $20. Decant. Drink now or enjoy over the next 2-3 years. Pair with roasted lamb shank, grilled red meats.
Tasted: February 2015

Jane Staples rated this wine as 90/100 with the following review:

Dark garnet red with a nose of rich blackberry and strawberry. The palate shows ripe strawberry jam and vanilla. Smooth tannins and a strawberry jam finish.

Louise Wilson rated this wine as 90/100 with the following review:

This full bodied red is loaded with notes of blackberry, plum and cured meat, all wrapped in generous toasty oak. Decant for maximum enjoyment. Drink now through 2020. Try with BBQ pork back ribs. Tasted Oct 2014.

Natalie's Review

J. Lohr South Ridge Syrah 2011, Paso Robles, California, United States: A pleasant, smooth, full-bodied Syrah with lots of toasty oak, smoke and vanilla-hickory notes from generous oak aging. Black fruit aromas and flavours on this Californian red wine. Pair with hearty meat dishes. The Vintages Catalogue notes a different vintage, but we tasted the 2011. Drink: 2013-2017. 948240 13.50% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 88/100. February 7, 2015 Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full Review

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