Reviews & Scores
A knockout Syrah that contains 4% Grenache and 2% Viognier in the blend, the 2007 Sine Qua Non Syrah Dangerous Birds is exceedingly dense and rich, with full-throttle aromas of blackberry liqueur, plum, licorice, and mineral aromas and flavors flowing to a full-bodied, voluptuous, and creamily texture wine. Surprisingly tight, this slowly unwinds in the glass, and despite the extended barrel aging, shows incredible purity of fruit, no hint of oak, and a light, elegant texture. This has a long life ahead of it, but given the texture and richness, it’s certainly sublime now as well. If drinking anytime soon, it needs a multi-hour stint in a decanter. - JD
JD97
Aromas of fresh leather and blueberries with hints of licorice. Full-bodied, with firm tannins and a long finish. Intense black pepper and spice. Great finish on this. Amazing complexity. Like 1978 or 1961 La Chapelle. Amazing. This will improve for decades. - JS
JS100
The 2007 Syrah Dangerous Birds, from Eleven Confessions, includes 4.5% Grenache and 2.5% Viognier, all fully destemmed. It is a seamless, show stopper of the highest level. The fruit is decidedly opulent in the 2007, while the high percentage of new oak barrels (84%) contributes to the wine's shape and volume. An impeccable, eternal finish rounds things out in style. (AG) - WA
WA98
Starts out sleek and elegant, with a subtle mix of charcoal, smoke, dried berry, mocha, coconut and pomegranate flavors that are at times explosive yet restrained, leading to a long, rather amazing finish. - WS
WS95
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