K Vintners "The Deal" Sundance Vineyard Wahluke Slope Syrah 2019

Vin Chicago: 92 Points

(4/2025) The Charles Smith wines are always fun, and 'The Deal' is, well, always a great deal! Purple-ruby in color, the wine is full, deep, and long, showcasing flavors of blackberry, coffee, smoked herbs, and hints of olive. This beauty is perfect with a slab of St. Louis Ribs!

James Suckling : 96 Points

(2/10/2022) Black tea, blackberry, redcurrant and sage on the nose. Full-bodied with fine, tight tannins. Bright acidity lifts up the dark-fruit profile and brings energy and drive to the lengthy palate. Ground spice and dark chocolate turn the experience savory by the end. Well structured. Excellent depth of flavor. Best after 2024.

Jeb Dunnuck : 94 Points

(7/9/2022) Vinified in concrete tanks and aged in 31% new French oak barrels, the 100% Syrah 2019 Syrah The Deal offers up a more finesse-driven, seamless style as well as full-bodied richness, ultra-fine tannins, and perfumed notes of both red and black fruits as well as some graphite and peppery herb nuances. Beautifully balanced and elegant, with moderate acidity and terrific finish, it's going to keep for 8-10 years. It's a brilliant value. Maturity: 2022 - 2032.