La Rosine, Ogier Syrah 2001, 2003

Basic Syrah by Ogier family. This is an outstanding wine for a bargain $19.99 price (MacArthur Wine). Get whatever year you can get, you won't regret it. The wine is made in a classic Rhone Syrah style (yes, it does smell like a barnyard that I found irresistable...) although it is a tad softer than many Northern Rhone wines. The property is located somewhat toward the south end of the Northern Rhone wine region. For those caring about it, Karen MacNell likes this producer