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Wine Details
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2002 was a challenging year at Bismark. Because we feel the vintage lacks the depth and ageing ability requisite for our elite Bismark label, we have chosen to “declassify” the vintage. The sweet irony is that this is still among the finest Syrahs produced in California. The 2002 Jasmine Syrah is supple, brimming with chocolate and blueberry fruit and dangerously quaffable.
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Varietal Definition
Syrah:
Syrah is the eight hundred pound gorilla of Rhone grapes! In the vineyard and the winery, Syrah is typically an easy grape to work with - healthy, early ripening, resistant to mildew and rot; suitable for winemaking in a variety of styles. The wines from Syrah are tannic without being harsh. The wines will have a taste and smell of dark blue fruit like blackberries and blackcurrant, with a strong spicy side where one can find freshly ground pepper and other spices. Syrah is famous for its part in the French blends, such as Côtes du Rhone and Châteauneuf du Pape.
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