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Hill Climber Syrah Napa Valley Pilgrimage(2003)

2003 Hill Climber Pilgrimage Syrah Napa Valley - Pilgrimage, Hill Climber's mission into the mountains, is a Syrah form several steep hillside sites around the Napa Valley. This is winemaker Al Perry's Syrah utilizing several vineyards from different Napa Valley sub-appellations including the Stagecoach and Rolly Akers vineyards. Cassis, blackberry, chocolate, raw bacon, and brushy toasty flavors fold in together for a substantial and balanced wine that showcases the range and beauty of Napa Syrah. 100 % Syrah. Possessing low acidity, ripe black fruit, earth/forest floor-like read more...
Wine Advocate # 166
Aug-06
90/100
April 2008
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Astor Wines & Spirits
July 2007
Aromas of blackberry, chocolate, bacon, and toasty vanilla notes burst from the glass of the Hill Climber. This wine is 100% Syrah, from the Hill Climber vineyards in Napa. This wine has richness, power, and good cellar potential. From the makers of Biale.
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James Laube
Wine Spectator
01/01/06
86/100
January 2006
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