Forgeron Cellars: Syrah

Accolades

Accolades for Syrah

100 Best Washington Wines - 2005 Syrah

"at $30 it's a high-value way to see what makes Boushey bottles so distinctive. Nose is marked by light berries, pepper, and game along with a healthy dose of chocolate and earth."

2001 Syrah delivers the goods, says Wine Enthusiast

"...[T]his is quintessential Washington Syrah. It simply delivers, in spades, everything you want..."

2004 Boushey Syrah gets a Sexy Syrah Gold at Salty's

The 2004 Boushey Syrah received a Gold medal in the 100% Syrah category. 40 Northwest Wineries all showing off their best Syrahs to be tasted by 20 hand picked Judges, and the many people attending the event.

2005 Columbia Valley Syrah

Wine Review from Chuck Hill: The wine’s color of dark violet-ruby is a clue to the upcoming rich aromas and flavors.

2008 Les Collines Syrah Woos the Palate with Intense Flavors

"...compact, intense flavors of dark berry, cassis, bittersweet cocoa and a hint of black pepper."

Dan Radil, The Bellingham Herald, August 16th, 2011

2010 Les Collines Syrah places 2ND at 12th Annual Sexy Syrah @ Salty's 2013

8th Annual Sexy Syrah, Medal Winner!

"...The 2004 Boushey Syrah does a wonderful job of showing what this vineyard can do with Syrah..."

Dallas Morning News Review: 2002 Syrah

2002 Columbia Valley Syrah: Silver Medal

Rand Sealey - Reviews Forgeron's 2007 Syrah

"The dark fruit flavors are well saturated, with undertones of scorched earth, minerals, dark chocolate and licorice."

Rand Sealey, Review of Washington Wines, March 2011

Rand Sealy Reviews 2008 Les Collines Syrah

"Deep ruby colored, it offers an intense nose of raspberries, blackberries, black currants, dried roses, lavender & smoldering incense."

-Rand Sealey, Review of Washington Wines, November 2011

Review of Washington Wines Praises 2009 Syrah

"...The ripe dark fruits are thick & mouth-caressing...Delivers a lot of flavor for the price."

Rand Sealy, Review of Washington Wines, February 2013

San Francisco Chronicle Review: 2002 Syrah

“Tasty nose with smoky meat, earth and mineral notes: blackberry, plum, licorice, dried herb and spice flavors. Finishes with sweet vanilla oak and firm acidity”

Santé Magazine Review: 2002 Syrah

"...aromas of rich red & black fruit, toasty oak, vanilla & coconut plus lush flavors of blackberry, dark chocolate.”

Santé Magazine, October 2005

Seattle Post Intelligencer Review: 2003 Syrah

This is a great wine for the hearty fare we begin craving this time of year.

Seattle Times Review: 2003 Syrah

Pure syrah, fragrant and loaded with spice, this has a lovely mix of citrus, pepper, smoke, spice, acid, toast and tannin

Seattle Times Review: 2003 Syrah

Paul Gregutt’s Top 100 Washington State Wines For 2007, Seattle Times, December 18 2007

Taste Washington 2009 recognizes 2004 Boushey Syrah

The Wine Advocate Dubs 2008 Les Collines Syrah Gripping, Concentrated

"..it displays outstanding grip, mouth-coating flavors and superb length." 93 Points

Dr Jay Miller,The Wine Advocate, September 2011

The Wine Advocate Reviews 2008 Syrah with 91 Points

"The flavors are ripe & succulent, the wine's balance impeccable."

Jay Miller, The Wine Advocate, September 2011

Valentine's Day Tips from the Walla Walla Union Bulletin

"Syrah can complement hearty stews, or grilled and braised meats, and is delicious paired with chocolate"

Walla Walla Valley showcased beautifully by 2008 Les Collines Syrah

"Winemaker Marie-Eve Gilla consistently produces lovely balanced wine..."

Washington CEO Magazine Reviews 2003 Syrah

"Best of Washington Wines 2007"

Washington CEO Magazine, March 2007

Washington Wine Report Reviews 2007 Syrah

"Mineral, light smoke, chocolate, spice, blueberry, and light earth notes. The palate is rich and opulent with a dense core of fruit and a velvety texture."

Sean P Sullivan, Washington Wine Report, December 20, 2011

Washington Wine Report Reviews 2009 Syrah

"A very delicious, understated wine."

Sean P. Sullivan, Washington Wine Report's "Fresh Sheet", December 31, 2012

Wine Enthusiast Review: 2003 Syrah

This wine has just the right mix of citrus, pepper, smoke, spice, acid, toast and tannin

Wine Enthusiast Review: 2003 Syrah

just the right mix of citrus, pepper, smoke, spice, acid, toast and tannin.

Wine Lover

This is a lush, fruity wine with soft tannins. Nice meaty aromas and flavors are augmented by blackberries and blueberries, finishing seamlessly.

Wine Press Northwest Reviews 2008 Columbia Valley Syrah

"This delicious Syrah opens with aromas of blackberries, black tea and mint chocolate..."

Wine Review Online Reviews 2002 Syrah

"This extremely impressive wine packs a real punch, with very deep flavors based on dark fruit notes..."

Michael Franz, winereviewonline.com, October 25 2005

Wines Northwest Review: 2003 Syrah

Marie-Eve Gilla worked her magic with Syrah grapes from several vineyards throughout the Columbia Valley and created a wine that shows power with restraint and finishes with impeccable structure.