Alban Vineyards, Patrina Alban Estate Syrah other_regions_australia There is good punch and

There is good punch and focused power to the more robust flavors that also display enough wood to mention on the otherwise balanced and moderately austere finale

2013 is the first vintage

The 2020 Pinot Noir Bodega Headlands Cuvée Elizabeth is spicy and expressive

There is slightly better density to the medium weight flavors that also conclude in a youthfully austere and persistent but not really lean finale

Powerful dark berry

Alban Vineyards, Patrina Alban Estate Syrah other_regions_australia There is good punch andMoving to the reds, the 2019 Patrina offers lots of smoky red and black fruits as well as violets, pepper, and graphite notes. It's forward, charming, textured, and balanced, with plenty of classic Alban character. I'd be happy to drink it.