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Ken Brown Syrah, Santa Barbara County

Ken Brown Syrah, Santa Barbara County Wine Details
Price: $25.00 per bottle

Description: This Syrah is superbly extracted with a rich, dense texture and elegant tannins. Aromas of blackberry, cherry and plum mingle with hints of red licorice, vanilla and cinnamon spice. A subtle undercurrent of French oak complements the complex fruit character on the palate. The wine culminates in a long, opulent finish.

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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