2004 Cayuse Syrah Bionic Frog Walla Walla

(99 Points) The 2004 Bionic Frog “Coccinella Vineyard†was aged in 100% Dominique Laurent “magic cask†barrels, 25% of them new. Opaque purple-colored, the wine has a fabulous perfume of violets and lavender as well grilled meat, game, and blueberry compote. Dense, powerful yet elegant, this splendid effort demands a decade of cellaring and should drink well through 2045. If that is not enough, I tasted a barrel sample of a 2005 Grenache which rivals the best grown in the USA. Could it be that before long Manfred Krankl of SQN will be known as the Christophe Baron of the Central Coast? Wine Advocate #172, Aug 2007