Sine Qua Non, Dangerous Birds, Syrah 2007 SPAIN 92 James Suckling

92 James Suckling

The grapes from the early harvest provide massive acidity and structure which is then blended with the bulk of the harvest that is picked at optimum ripeness for late-harvest Chenin

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Sine Qua Non, Dangerous Birds, Syrah 2007 SPAIN 92 James Suckling100 points James Suckling Aromas of fresh leather and blueberries with hints of licorice. Full bodied, with firm tannins and a long finish. Intense black pepper and spice. Great finish on this. Amazing complexity. Like 1978 or 1961 La Chapelle. Amazing. This will improve for decades. (10 2011) 98 points Wine Advocate The 2007 Syrah Dangerous Birds, from Eleven Confessions, includes 4. 5% Grenache and 2. 5% Viognier, all fully destemmed. It is a