The 2022 Cayuse En Cerise Vineyard Syrah is a captivating, terroir-driven expression that was aged for 18 months in 15% new French oak. This vintage immediately intrigues with its aromatics—graphite, dried lavender, roasted espresso bean, and hints of soy sauce meld with dark plum and crushed violets. The palate is velvety and expansive, delivering waves of blackberry compote, smoked meat, and black olive, all underscored by an iron-rich minerality. There’s an electric spine to this wine, with lifted acidity and fine-grained tannins carrying it into an exceptionally long and complex finish. Deeply structured yet beautifully finessed, this Syrah showcases both power and refinement and should cellar perfectly for 10-15 years with proper storage. Almost 400 cases produced. Highly recommended. (JY)