Herman Story

Casual Encounters Syrah Blend

9.1256 ratings

9.144 pro ratings

Santa Barbara County, Central Coast, California, USA

Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre, Tannat

Lamb, Chocolate & Caramel, Herbs, Soft Cheese, Salami & Prosciutto, Turkey, Pasta, Mushrooms, Veal, Tomato-Based, Chicken, Exotic Spices, Potato, White Rice, Duck, Nuts & Seeds, Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Asian Cuisine, Salads & Greens, Quinoa, Farro, Brown Rice, Quinoa, Beef, Chili & Hot Spicy, Hard Cheese, Pork, Pungent Cheese, Venison

Top Notes For

Rich Nanda

9.0

2012 vintage - dark black fruit floral brooding nose. Black fruit, pepper, and herbs with good tannic and acid structure. There is good balance for the richness and concentration. Not for the faint of heart.

Apr 5th, 2015