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Wine Details
Price:
$20.00 per bottle
Description:
Anderson valley isn't known for Syrah as it is one of the coolest grape growing regions in the state. However on the ridgetops the vineyards are able to eke out enough heat to fully ripen some of the varietals that wouldn't make it at the lower elevations. Vineyard owner Steve Williams found just such a spot to plant his vines. The wine was fermented in small lots using 3 different yeasts. It was then aged for 21 months, primarily in French oak. The long growing season allows the vineyard to develop good acidity with bright fruit flavors while retaining the truly distinct characteristics of this varietal. The wine has classic Rhone aromas and flavors of smoke, leather and violets layered over a core of black fruit. This is a cellar worthy wine that is good now, but will provide a tasty reward for those who cellar it for a few years.
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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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