Clarendon Hills 'Liandra Vineyard' Syrah 2004

94pts – Wine Enthusiast

92pts – Robert Parker

"This is sexy stuff that proprietor Roman Bratasiuk says is “more Côte-Rôtie” than his other Syrahs. Its perfumed nose offers up hints of violets & cracked pepper to go along with raspberry fruit, while it's supple in the mouth—almost too easy—with pretty mixed berry flavors & a nib of bitter chocolate. Long & elegant on the finish." – Wine Enthusiast

"The 2004 Syrah Liandra was fashioned from 100-year-old vines grown in clay & sandy soils. Its inky/purple color is followed by a big, sweet nose of creme de cassis, blackberries, tar, & hints of smoke and bay leaves. Full-bodied, opulent, & rich with low acidity as well as sweet tannin..." – Robert Parker