Nose
Aromatics of dried fruit – plum, fig and black cherry, chocolate and spices.
Palate
Palate is balanced with complex dark fruit flavors, smoked meat and dense tannins; long finish with integrated toasty oak, dark chocolate, dried cherries and a hint of cassis.
Growing Conditions
Over the last decade, cool-climate Syrah from California has attracted a growing following of wine fans who appreciate the heady aromatics, voluptuous flavors, and age-ability of this Rhône variety. The 2011 vintage marks our 18th vintage of Syrah from the famed Saralee’s Vineyard in the Russian River Valley. Saralee’s Vineyard is decidedly cool climate. It possesses 13 acres of Syrah featuring a variety of French and Australian clones. We love the vibrancy, purity of fruit, and incredible structure that define this wine every vintage.
Winemaking
Fermented in stainless steel, 100% Malolactic fermentation.
Aging
Aged for 17 months in oak, 30% new French oak, 70% seasoned oak.
