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Wine Details
Price:
$80.00 per bottle
Description:
This Syrah of incomparable originality comes from the steep terraces of Betty O’Shaughnessy’s Progeny Vineyards, high on Mt. Veeder – an area known for stunning portrayals of this Rhone variety. Some say that it is Promethean volcanic rock that forms the slopes of Mt. Veeder, where today vultures warm their wings in the early morning sun before soaring over the bucolic Napa Valley below. From these elevated soils of mythical gods one finds Progeny Vineyards and an unparalleled wine. A feast for the senses, but beware of the vultures!
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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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