Cayuse, Walla Walla Valley, Camaspelo 2016 Syrah Crème de cassis

Crème de cassis

smoked meat and crushed stone accents that build tension toward refined tannins

Too many Euro-centric elitists argue that Australian wines are too rich and over the top

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Cayuse, Walla Walla Valley, Camaspelo 2016 Syrah Crème de cassisCamaspelo is dominant in Cabernet Sauvignon, with some Merlot, some Tempranillo, sometimes Cabernet Franc 97 points Jeb Dunnuck The 2016 Camaspelo is a rock star of a wine and possibly the finest vintage to date. Crme de cassis, crushed flowers, lead pencil, sandalwood, and ample minerality all emerge from this awesome 2016 that has incredible complexity. Reminiscent of a great vintage of Chateau Margaux with its complexity, elegance, and balance,