Charles Smith Royal City Washington Syrah 2013

Jess Granatiero

Oy vey! Big, big and bigger! Lots of fruit, body and richness.

Phil Castellano

This is the best Syrah I have had in a long time. Surprisingly, the color is on the lighter side like a northern Rhône and has a subtle nose. Cherries, blackberries, leather, charcoal, earth, and smoke combine into an incredible taste profile with no tannins whatsoever. Only needed about 15 minutes of air to reach this level of flavor. Wish I had more than one bottle remaining.

Arden Barnett

Last week in Texas. Hosted a final dinner for close friends. Been a great 8 years! King of Washington Syrah. Really nice

Jocholla

Gamey, earthy funk, blueberry compote, big luscious rock star of a wine.

J Mcconeg

This wine gets really high ratings by the subscription services. And it is a nice wine. However, in my opinion it lacks the “wow” factor, which at this price point should slap you in the face. The wine is well made, but......

Andreas Söderberg

Holy sh*t! The force is with me

Jace Hostvedt

Chocolate raspberry and leather notes and and strong tannin. Huge, delicious and smooth just hard to compare to the beloved 2006 "the wine that started the Washington wine craze."

Moin Rastegar,C.S.W

Site specificity is huge with Charles Smith is all of his wines. This Syrah is intensely flavorful , dark fruits, smoky leather and long finish on the palate!

dan boedeker

Rich ripe fruit without being opulent. Able to be bold and maintain a finesse that keeps it soft. Has great balance for being so young and tannins are already well integrated making it drink like satin. A GREAT bottle of wine.