Alban Vineyards, Patrina Alban Estate Syrah other_regions_australia 2013 is the first vintage

2013 is the first vintage

23% Graciano and 8% Mazuelo that is even lower in alcohol than in 2020 (at 13

pepper and earthy notes

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

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

Alban Vineyards, Patrina Alban Estate Syrah other_regions_australia 2013 is the first vintageMoving 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.