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Winemaking Notes
This seven acre block of Syrah, of the Syrah Noir clone, has always been the backbone of the Syrah program since our inception. The vineyard, with its steep slope and northern exposure, is at the foot of our own Round Mountain Volcano. The highly volcanic soil suppresses vine vigor resulting in wines of intensified flavors, color and velvety tannins.
Tasting Notes
A dark, opaque hue and ripe, sweet plumy and meaty aromas are offered up at the onset of tasting this massive bodied red. Additional aromatics of brambly, stewed fruit and mince precede flavors of blackberries and hints of smoked ham. Enjoy with hearty stews, osso bucco, venison or a mixed grill of sausages and beef.
Awards
Gold, 2006 Taster's Guild International Wine Competition
Gold, 2006 Jerry Mead's New World International Wine Competition
Silver, 2006 LA County Fair Wines of the World Competition
Silver, 2006 Savor Magazine North of the Gate Wine Competition
Silver, 2006 World Wine Championships
Technical Data
 | Alcohol: | 14.8% | | Total Acidity: | 0.75 g/100 ml | | pH: | 3.58 | | Residual Sugar: | 26.5 | | Composition/Blend: | 100% Syrah | | Appellation: | High Valley | | Barrels: | French, Hungarian and American Oak | | Time in Barrels: | 19 months | | Vineyard: | Round Mountain | | Cases Produced: | 1,762 |
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