2013 Syrah

This vintage 2013 Syrah wine from our estate vineyards exceeds all expectations our beloved past vintages have created! Aromas of lifted raspberry and rose garden when you open the bottle followed by ripe boysenberry and black currant after decanting. If you can wait an hour or so to drink (not many of my customers can!) the wine will show hints of coffee and dark chocolate. This full-bodied Syrah is plush with flavors; the depth and structure of this silky varietal provide long cellaring potential. The drought climate of 2013 allowed these grapes to gradually develop flavor and tannin while retaining natural acidity. Long, long finish. Enjoy each sip! Viticulture and Winemaking Variety: Syrah Noir, planted 1999 in single vineyard block, the Flagship red variety from the Northern Rhone of France. Noir meaning “dark”, this is a traditional grape from Cote Rotie and Hermitage. Region: Fair Play, El Dorado County, Sierra Foothills Vintage: 2013 Production: 125 cases Fermentation: Macerate