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Columbia Valley Syrah

Columbia Valley Syrah Wine Details
Price: $28.00 per bottle

Description: With a powerful and complex bouquet, this bold Syrah melds ripe cherry/berry fruit with spicy bittersweet chocolate and a trace of truffle. Barrel aging lends a smooth mouth feel and a bold, smoky finish. Good structure and firm tannins promise great aging potential.

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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