2013 Colgin, IX Estate Syrah, Napa Valley 1x750ml

Vinous 96

The 2013 Syrah IX Estate is unbelievably young. I could have easily mistaken it for a far younger wine, with the exception that the tannins have pretty much melted away. Intense dark fruit, mocha, spice and leather all gradually open in the glass. Readers [Antonio Galloni, 05/09/2024]

Anticipated maturity: 2023-2033

Robert Parker 100

Another perfect wine from Ann Colgin and her winemaking team is the 2013 IX Proprietary Red Estate, a blend of 68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc and 8% Petit Verdot. An absolutely compelling wine, with notes of lead pencil shavings, spring flowers, blueberry, blackberry and cassis, it has the full smorgasbord of black and blue fruits, wonderfully integrated, toasty oak, acidity and tannin, a floral note that is unmistakable, and great richness, density and purity. It is an utterly exceptional wine and a tribute to not only a great vineyard, but impeccable winemaking and upbringing. It should drink well for 30+ years as well. [Robert M. Parker, Jr., 10/27/2015]

Anticipated maturity: 2015-2045