Varietal - 100% Syrah
Winemaker - Kat Neenan
Appellation - Santa Rita Hills AVA
Vineyard - Spear Vineyard (Certified Organic and farmed Biodynamically)
Alcohol - 14%
Case Production - 10 cases, that's less than half a barrel!
Vinification and Elevage - 30% whole cluster, aged in large format foudre for 2 years (this creates a larger wine to oak ratio during the aging process making the final product far less "oaky" so you can experience the actual fruit notes of the wine)
Tasting Notes - Unripened plumb, red cherry, cracked black pepper, blueberries, blackberries and a hint of vanilla on back palate. Mouthwatering acidity, medium-full tannins, very smooth finish.
A rich, powerful, and sometimes meaty red wine that originated in the Rhône Valley of France. Syrah is the most planted grape of Australia, where they call it Shiraz. In 1999, Syrah was found to be the offspring of two obscure grapes from southeastern France, Dureza and Mondeuse Blanche. Syrah is increasingly popular in California where it is produced across the state but most notably on the central coast. It thrives in both warm and cool climates. Producing very different styles in each climate. Syrah can have both a meaty and vegetal quality making it very versatile for food pairing.
