candied licorice

this 2019 is denser

This is not a big example or even especially muscular but it’s harmonious and should age well

chalky minerality

The rich but sleekly textured medium-bodied flavors possess plenty of dry extract that buffers the moderately firm tannic spine on the minerally and powerful finish

Cayuse, Bionic Frog Syrah Vintage:2012 candied licoriceThe 2012 Syrah Bionic Frog was matured for 18 months in around 20% new oak. In its peak drinking window, it retains generous fruit while revealing compelling tertiary notes from its time in bottle. It has open knit scents of blackcurrant and briar berries plus nuances of curry powder, olive tapenade, licorice and dried flowers. The full bodied palate offers complex layers of savory fruit framed by velvety tannins and fireworks of fresh acidity, and it