Charles Smith has been crafting the Syrah Milbrandt for more than 10 years. The 2019 edition was aged in 25% new French oak puncheons for 18 months before bottling. Ripe black tea and blackberry compote aromas combine with shades of creosote. The palate is very lithe with a soft texture. Layers of ripe dark fruits mingle with mineral, smoky undertones and shades of soy sauce.