theCompass
 Home   Map   Blog Roll   WineCompass   Wine 101   My Compass 

Syrah, Rancho Santa Rosa

Syrah, Rancho Santa Rosa Wine Details
Price: $30.00 per bottle

Description: Rancho Santa Rosa is planted to 8 acres of Syrah. Planted on a sheltered eastern-facing hillside, the site-specific conditions, coupled with Santa Barbara's arid climate, allows the Syrah to reach a flavor-developed maturity even in such a cool growing region as the Santa Rita Hills AVA. Aged in French oak casks for 16 months before being racked, settled and bottled in late-January 2005. Dark in color, aromas of blueberry, cassis and black cherry intertwine with vibrant notes of white pepper, espresso and vanilla in the bouquet. A dense wine, the body is fleshy with fantastic structure. Firm tannins soften out in the long finish.




Reviews




Back to Foley Estates Vineyard & Winery information