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Wine Details
Price:
$24.00 per bottle
Description:
My flagship wine is even bigger and richer than the 2001 version. The result of a banner year for Syrah in Sonoma, this wine is the best blend I could make using fruit from the Rubaiyat Vineyard on Sonoma Mountain (60%), Timbervine Ranch in Russian River Valley (37%) and Dos Aguilas Vineyard in Russian River Valley (3%). It has excellent color and a wonderful aroma leading to a big, yet balanced palate. This wine would be an excellent choice with hearty dishes and grilled meats and should age particularly well for 5-8 years. 550 cases produced.
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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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