Paul Lato Larner Syrah Cinematique 2014

More sweetly fruited and perfumed than the Bien Nacido Syrah, the 2014 Syrah Cinematique Larner Vineyard is a gorgeously complex Syrah that offers tons of sweet black cherries, framboise, incense and olive aromas and flavors. Full-bodied, utterly seamless, impeccably balanced and insanely pure, this sensational Syrah needs a decant if drinking anytime soon, and will continue to drink brilliantly for another decade. This estate is one of the true gems in the Central Coast and Paul Lato continues to eschew the ridiculous trend towards harvesting early and making lean, anemic wines. These latest releases shine for their purity, finesse and elegance, just as much as for their texture and beautiful California fruit. 97 points rated by Jeb Dunnuck