More About 2023 DuMOL WILD MOUNTAINSIDE RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY SYRAH: DuMOL's 2023 Wild Mountainside Syrah is a compelling expression of cool-climate Syrah from Sonoma's Russian River Valley. Sourced from the Hoppe-Kelly and Dutton-Gregori vineyards, this wine benefits from the region's fog-laden mornings and sunny afternoons, which contribute to its complexity and balance. The 2023 vintage showcases the unique interplay of the valley's succulent fruit and the lifted aromatic range of coastal influences, resulting in a wine that is both powerful and elegant. On the nose, the Wild Mountainside Syrah offers a highly perfumed, multi-dimensional aromatic range, including violet, lilac, blue and black berry pastille, white and black pepper, and olive tapenade. The palate is densely packed with ripe blue and black fruits, sweet herbs, and exotic spices, enveloped in a soft, round, and billowing texture. The wine's youthful structure is complemented by lingering notes of dusty cocoa and licorice spice, making it a wine of both immediate appeal and aging potential. Aged for 15 months in 15% new French oak hogsheads from Tonnellerie Ermitage, the 2023 Wild Mountainside Syrah has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 14.1% and a production of 810 cases. It has been praised for its balance and depth, with Antonio Galloni of Vinous rating it 93 points, noting its compelling character and impeccable execution. This Syrah is recommended to be decanted for an hour in its youth and can be enjoyed between 2025 and 2035, offering a window into the rugged soul of Sonoma's high-altitude vineyards .