The 2007 Syrah EQ offers up a northern Rhone-like bouquet of violets, mineral, smoke, and black cherry. Dense and layered, it has enough structure to evolve for 2-3 years and will profit from the additional cellaring. The nature of Chile’s wine industry mitigates against small, boutique wineries. One of the few that comes close to qualifying is the biodynamically farmed Matetic winery. It is a brilliantly run winery whose youthful vineyards will only get better with the passage of time.Importer: F.P.D. Inc., Hialeah, FL; www.fpd.com

Dark and juicy, with currant, fig and blackberry notes held together by roasted vanilla and coffee.There's a nice smoldering edge, with a hint of graphite on the finish. Drink now through 2010. 1,215 cases made.??–JM??Region: Chile / San Antonio Select to Add

Pure, inviting and open, with cedar, tobacco, blackberry, earth and cookie dough aromas scattered all over a robust bouquet. Deep but fresh, with fine balance and a bold, jammy set of blackberry and black-pepper flavors. Finishes well, with integration and easygoing tannins. Drink now through 2013.——M.S.(12/31/2010)—— 92