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Central Coast Syrah

Central Coast Syrah Wine Details
Price: $18.00 per bottle

Description: The nose starts off with aromas of rich, black plum, huckleberry and blueberry concentrate. I also get an element of tea leaf and rosemary herb, followed by red licorice and dried nutmeg spice. On the mouth, I enjoy big bright cherry and blueberry fruit with a touch of mint, dried herb and briary plum flavors. This wine also exhibits nice depth with elements of cocoa powder and vanilla bean spice.

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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