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2008 Kamen Syrah Sonoma Valley
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2008 Kamen Syrah Sonoma Valley

Producer: Kamen
Style: Red Wine
Grape Type: Syrah/Shiraz
Origin: California
Region: Sonoma

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92 Points | International Wine Cellar , May/June 2011

Bright medium ruby.  Ripe aromas of mocha, spices, pepper, violet and black tea, plus a subtle meaty nuance.  Then pure and youthful on the palate, with lovely acidity framing and energizing the dark berry and spice flavors.  Finishes with lush, broad tannins and excellent length.  Aeration brought a stronger element of brown spices.  Winemaker Mark Herold toasts 30% of the stems and adds them to the fermenter.

90 Points | Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate

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