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Wine Details
Price:
$59.00 per bottle
Description:
This inaugural release of our 2004 Estate Syrah is an exceptional example of perfectly made Syrah from Temecula Valley. Grown on our Estate Vineyard here at Thornton, the fruit was hand selected and picked at optimum maturity, lightly crushed and fermented using state of the art temperature controlled stainless steel tanks to retain the rich fruit flavors that show so brilliantly in this wine. Dusty berry and black cherry aromas, with a touch of white pepper entice the most discerning oenopohile to quickly tilt the glass. The aromas are quickly followed with an unmatched richness of massive plum and anise flavors that are perfectly balanced with a soft backbone of silky tannin structure and multi-faceted cocoa and berry fruit nuances.
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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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