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Syrah, Morehouse Vineyard, Santa Ynez Valley,

Syrah, Morehouse Vineyard, Santa Ynez Valley, Wine Details
Price: $35.00 per bottle

Description: Deep red and purple tones with garnet hues around the edges. The nose is intense with great complexity. Aromas include exotic floral notes, tangerine rinds, apple wood with sweet red cherries, blackberries, licorice notes and pomegranates with a touch of minerals and sandalwood. The palate consists of rich flavors that suggests pomegranates and marmalade with luscious tannins that make for a long finish. Enjoy with barbecued or smoked meats.

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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