2007 Radio-Coteau Syrah Cherry Camp

The blockbuster 2007 Syrah Cherry Camp boasts an opaque purple color along with a big, sweet kiss of creme de cassis, blackberry liqueur, spring flowers, and forest floor. Complex, extravagantly rich, opulent, and flamboyant, this superb Syrah should drink well for 8-10 years. An artisanal winery run with meticulous attention to detail by Eric Sussman, Radio-Coteau continues to follow a fair pricing strategy for its high quality Chardonnays, Pinot Noirs, Syrahs, and Zinfandels. As a postscript, Eric Sussman told me that his winery was certified biodynamic in 2008. All his fermentations are native (indigenous yeasts from the vineyard), he uses minimal SO2, minimal racking, extended lees contact, and bottles all his wines in house with no fining or filtration. These are all characteristics of the younger generation of conscientious wine producers. Tel. (707) 887-8335; Fax (801) 340-6041