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Luke Lambert 2019 Syrah (Yarra Valley)

Rating
94
Price
$65
Winery
Region
Wine Type
Red
Alcohol
13.5%
Bottle Size
750 ml
Issue Date
12/1/2021
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From one of the coolest microclimates in the Yarra and grown on unusually volcanic soil to boot, this is a structured yet also deliciously approachable wine from one of the Yarra's most talented small-batch producers. Made with minimal intervention and 80% whole-bunch fermentation, it opens with a heady perfume, like a cherry orchard at harvest time, with cinnamon bark and fistfuls of wild flowers thrown in for good measure. Thing feel more grown up on the palate. Sinewy, spicy tannins slink around crunchy fruit. Drink now with a platter of cured meats or age in bottle for several more years. Christina Pickard

What Is Blind Tasting?

All tastings reported in the Buying Guide are performed blind. Typically, products are tasted in peer-group flights of from 5-8 samples. Reviewers may know general information about a flight to provide context—vintage, variety or appellation—but never the producer or retail price of any given selection. When possible, products considered flawed or uncustomary are retasted.

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About The Scores

*Products deemed unacceptable (receving a rating below 80 points) are not reviewed.

98-100

Classic
The Pinnacle of quality

94-97

Superb
A great achievement

90-93

Excellent
Highly recommended

87-89

Very Good
Often good value; well recommended

83-86

Good
Suitable for everyday consumption, often good value

80-82

Acceptable
Can be employed


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