The winning bidder will receive from McCrea Cellars, a 1.5L (Magnum) 2006 McCrea Syrah, Amerique, Yakima Valley, Washington.

92 pts.Wine & Spirits Magazine writes: "Initial aromas of sandalwood and root-soil keep the wine at a distance but after a day the aromas blossom to exotic proportions, adding cardamom and menthol accents to plush plum fruit. Its flavors are cool and graceful, the spices offering complexity for a tagine of lamb."