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Wine Details
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2002 began with a dry spring and moderate summer; everything necessary for a superior growing season. However, on the 1st of October, the area was struck by an early fall freeze. The Syrah grapes remained on the vine through more than a week of freeze, resulting in higher alcohol wines with incredible levels of tannin extraction.
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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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