The Flagship Syrah is held back for additional bottle age prior to release but this could benefit from more. The flavors mix brambly berries with juicy citrus; there's even a crisp hint of green apple. Let it breathe! I tasted the 2014 version of this wine just a couple of weeks ago and found it was right now drinking at a spectacular level. Six to ten years past vintage is often optimal for top-tier Syrahs. Drink this 2025 to 2030.

104 cases; 14.4%; $75 (Applegate Valley)

https://quadynorth.orderport.net/product-details/0588/2018-Syrah-Flagship-750ml-144pct