Tasted at Favia alongside the 2012 and 2011 Favia Cerro Sur. I found the Napa Valley to be the best of the three in terms of complexity and current accessibility.
A notable showing, with blackberry, red and black currant, cedar, dark cassis, rock, and some faint leather and bitter floral notes working their ways over the palate with purpose and delineation. At…
Previous notes apply. This bested a '13 Carlisle Sonoma Syrah served next to it, as the Favia had a greater breadth overall, especially in regards to its complexity of flavors. Medium mid-palate,…
