Boom Boom! exploded on the wine industry in 2007, and this spicy Syrah has been one of Washington State’s signature wines ever since. It’s a tribute to Charles’ first love lost—a woman nicknamed “Boom Boom” O’Brien—and it’s one of the biggest and boldest Syrahs of all time. It’s not surprising that wine drinkers everywhere have fallen in love with it’. – excerpt from Charles Smith Wines website.
Tasting Notes:
Appearance: Dark and inky
Nose: White Pepper, Blackberry, Smoked Meat, Florals
On the palate: Zesty, dark fruit with hints of pepper and smoked meat
Varietal Composition: 96% Syrah, 3% Voignier, 1% Grenache
By: Charles Smith Winery
Style: Extra Dry
Vintage: 2014
Origin: Colombia Valley, USA
Value Rating: 5 / 5
Where to buy it: LCBO
Price: $39.95
Score: Unrated, but has one multiple accolades
Drink: Now through 2022
Should you try? I’ll admit to being a little biased but YES, YES, YES! This is my all-time favourite wine. It’s smooth and easy to drink, and pairs well with almost everything that I eat. At $40 a bottle, I reserve it for special occasions.