The 2016 Syrah Bionic Frog was matured for 18 months in around 20% new French oak. Wafts of black cherry, green pepper and gravel dust are accented by herbal, sappy tones on the nose. The medium-bodied palate features concentrated, crunchy flavors laced with violet and garrigue. It’s framed by powerful, powdery tannins and fireworks of fresh acidity and has a long, mineral-driven finish. 5,098 cases produced.

Grown in the 4.5-acre Coccinelle Vineyard. Biodynamically farmed. The aromas are quite subtle to start, becoming more expressive with air, while the palate is immediately full of intensity. There are notes of mixed crushed rock salts, savoury dried meats, crushed mustard seed and a generous palate of earthy notes, dark fruit and spices. The wine is generous, mouth-watering, palate-filling, yet also fresh and lengthy. It clearly comes from the stones of southern Walla Walla. A wine for Syrah lovers. (ECB)