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Sonoma County Syrah

Sonoma County Syrah Wine Details
Price: $25.00 per bottle

Description: Heady aromas of smoke, roasted coffee and grilled meats are intertwined with plum, blackberry and white pepper. A bright entry shows off more plums with leather, white pepper and spice coming into the play. This leads to a rich and full mouth feel displaying many of the above characters plus dried cherries clove, nutmeg and all spice. The finish is long and complex with glimpses of exotic flavors such as jasmine and dried rose petals.

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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