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Syrah

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Wines made from Shiraz are often quite powerfully flavoured and full-bodied. The variety produces wines with a wide range of flavor notes, depending on the climate and soils where it is grown, as well as other viticultural practices chosen. Aroma characters can range from violets to berries, chocolate, espresso and black pepper. No one aroma can be called typical though blackberry and pepper are often noticed. With time in the bottle these primary notes are moderated and then supplemented with earthy or savory tertiary notes such as leather and truffle. Secondary flavor and aroma notes are those associated with several things, including winemakersâ€™ practices, and terroir.

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Food Pairing: Pairs well with grilled and barbecued meats, pork and venison, or fish and poultry that are very light on sauces. Nice with a hunk of rustic bread and olive oil.

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Davis Family Vineyards

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2005 Syrah, "Guyzer Block"
Russian River Valley

Harvesting late in the season can be scary as winemakers hang their fruit while praying for no rain. And when you START your Syrah harvest on Halloween, well, thatâ€™s downright te ...morerrifying! But mild, dry weather prevailed and we held off picking his steep, hillside estate Syrah until it was at the peak of perfection. We planted Chave Clone Syrah in this vineyard in 1996 and we follow the Cote Rotie tradition of fermenting the Syrah with about 2% Viognier grapes. The results are staggering. The wine shows cool-climate blackberry fruit with beefy notes all at the same time, and with only 15% new oak aging, the pure fruit quality really comes through. We dropped half of all the Syrah fruit in the vineyard to insure that the tannins were totally ripe, and the resulting texture is pure crushed velvet. The hints of white pepper on the finish keep the palate intrigue going. It's everything you love about the exotic nature of Syrah with a pretty-side that you will not be able to leave alone. This 2005 already took home top honors at the 2007 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition... even before its official release!

^$40.00

De La Montanya Estate

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2005 Viva La Syrah
Russian River Valley

95% Syrah & 5% Viognier
Russian River Valley â€“ 173 cases produced
2007 SF Chronicle SILVER Medal

^$54.00

De La Montanya Estate

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2006 Syrah â€“ Estate Vineyard
Russian River Valley

^$32.00

De La Montanya Estate

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2006 Felta Creek Syrah
Dry Creek Valley

Dry Creek Valley â€“ 217 cases produced

^$28.00

De Loach Vineyards

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2005 Russian River Valley Syrah
Russian River Valley

The Russian River Valley is renowned for producing world class Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Zinfandel and less known but equally excellent Syrah. The moderate climate with well-drained ...more, loamy soils and cool morning fog keeps the temperatures from getting too hot and allows the exposed fruit to ripen evenly. We are excited to add this varietal to our collection.

Fresh blueberry and plum notes with a hint of blackberry predominate on the nose with vanilla and licorice. This wine has firm tannins framed by toasty oak with hints of black pepper and pipe tobacco; followed by a lingering finish. Versatile with many foods, Syrah pairs well with grilled meats, Mediterranean-style dishes and cheese.

^$18.00

Donati Family Vineyard

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2005 Syrah

From the Estate Vineyard in Paicines, located at one of the highest and steepest points on the property, the Syrah block is planted in exceptionally well-drained decomposed granite ...more soils. This helps keep berry size minimal due to the limited water availability. The resulting fruit, dense in color and rich in tannins and flavor intensity, was fermented in small open-top tanks to extract every nuance from the berries and skins.

^$30.00

Dutton Goldfield

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2005 Cherry Ridge Vineyard Syrah
Green Valley-Russian River Valley

This newly released, lush, cool-climate Syrah comes from the heart of the Green Valley appellation. It retains the focused blueberry fruit, bright acidity and moderate alcohol so ...morecharacteristic of our area, but at the same time offers an enveloping lushness. In the nose this wine entices with aromas of blueberry, black cherry and nutmeg. It follows in the mouth with wonderfully plush tannins that carry its dark flavors of black cherry, boysenberry and toffee through to a lingering sweet finish. This is a syrah that keeps you wanting more. Itâ€™s a wonderful match to salty cheeses like aged Gouda and Gruyere, or savory fowl or meat dishes. This is truly a wine that the winemaker enjoys, and hopes that you will too.

^$35.00

Edna Valley Vineyard

CAW Rating: 100

100

1 reviews

2005 Syrah
Edna Valley

We carefully selected the grapes for our 2005 Edna Valley Vineyard Syrah from some of the best vineyards in this remarkable growing region. The grapes were handled carefully to cap ...moreture the essence of the fruit, fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks and then aged for ten months in a selection of small oak barrels.The 2005 Edna Valley Vineyard Syrah displays black cherry and blackberry flavors, complemented by smoke, white pepper and vanilla notes. This lush wine has a full, viscous mouthful with medium tannin, and a long caramel and coffee finish. Enjoy this wine paired with rich meat dishes such as herb-crusted roast leg of lamb, grilled venison and roast duck.

Epiphany Cellars

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2004 Rodneyâ€™s Vineyard Syrah Block F
Santa Barbara County

Rodneyâ€™s Vineyard has some very distinctive flavor characteristics in its Syrah such as notes of clove, anise, dried herbs and a smoky quality to go along with black fruits. ...more

By focusing on a single block of this vineyard located in the well-drained upper mesa, we are trying to narrow the fruit source even more and really accentuate the very best of what this vineyard has to offer.

This wine is exceptionally complex, balanced, rich and juicy, and sure to deliver on the palate.

^$45.00

Epiphany Cellars

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2004 Paradise Road Vineyard Syrah
Santa Barbara County

For the very first time, we are proud to introduce the 04 Paradise Road Syrah. The grapes for this wine come from one of the most unique and picturesque vineyards located right off ...more Hwy 154, halfway in between our valley and Santa Barbara. Due to its inland location, it is a very warm site, but still enjoys a consistent maritime influence. We aged the wine completely in French oak barrels, 50% were new and 50% were 3 year old barrels. The extended barrel aging â€“ 25 months!- imparted nice toasty, spicy oak notes to the wine.

This is a dynamic addition to our single-vineyard syrah portfolio. Big, forward dark fruit flavors are complemented by racy, peppery spice notes. The wine is rich and round texturally with good tannin structure and balance. We hope you enjoy our new addition as much as we do! 97 cases made.

^$45.00

Eric Kent Wine Cellars

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2005 Syrah, Dry Stack Vineyard
Bennett Valley

With our third vintage of Dry Stack Syrah weâ€™re beginning to get a clearer picture of what this vineyard is all about. Weâ€™ve seen it hot ('03 & '04) and weâ€™ve seen it cool (' ...more05) but certain characteristics shine through each year.

Aromas of cherries, dark plum and tobacco invite you in, followed by a palate of lively cherry infused with darker fruit undertones, a touch of smoky cedar and a silky, elegant mouthfeel. Delicious now (with 1-2 hours of decanting) the balance of fruit and acidity is delightful, making this a wine that should age wonderfully for years to come.

^$37.00

Eric Kent Wine Cellars

CAW Rating: 99

100

1 reviews

2005 Syrah, Kalen's Big Boy Blend
Sonoma County

True to the spirit of its name, Kalenâ€™s Big Boy Blend must have a big personality. That said, the cooler '05 vintage added a splash of refinement to this high-spirited bottling a ...mores well.

Inky dark in the glass, the nose offers up rich, black fruit, black and white pepper, a faint tease of eucalyptus and fertile earth tones. Then a sip unleashes dark cherry, pomegranate, black licorice and cola nut, all lovingly embraced by fine, sweet tannins. While a tad of patience will be handsomely rewarded, if you decide to open one sooner rather than later, a brisk decanting and a couple of hours on the table will enhance itâ€™s youthful charms.

^$39.00

Esterlina Vineyards and Winery

CAW Rating: 100

100

2 reviews

2005 Sonoma Mountain, Janian Vineyard Syrah
Sonoma Mountain, Janian Vineyard

The third vintage of wine we have released from this vineyard, it is a classic, cool weather Syrah--think northern Rhone, rather than California. It starts with plum, blueberry and ...more smoky, cigar box aromas. The mouth has wonderful flavors of ripe dark berries and pepper, with silky tannins and good acidity. The finish is great, too. Enjoy.
2005 Esterlina Syrah Sonoma Mountain(Janian Vineyard)
228 Cases

^$30.00

Everett Ridge Winery

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2006 Estate Syrah Dry Creek Valley
Dry Creek Valley

Usually, the Everett Ridge Estate produces some of Dry Creekâ€™s finest syrah; and our 2006 vintage certainly continues that tradition.

The wine has aro ...moremas of toasted vanilla oak, black cherry and cocoa. The mouth is full of black cherry, blackberry, and plum, with just a hint of the customary bacon flavor we often get in the Syrah. It's ripe, juicy and balanced.

537 cases bottled.

^$32.00

Everett Ridge Winery

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2007 Dry Creek Valley Syrah
Dry Creek Valley

This is a smooth rendition of a rich and spicy varietal. Black pepper and toasty oak characterize the aromas. Flavors by mouth include ripe cherry, pomegranate and dark chocolate, ...moredisplayed with intensity and fullness on the palate. The texture is round with a fine-grained finish. Sufficiently sturdy and substantial, this wine will hold up to rustic and spicy dishes. Ready to enjoy now with smoky barbequed brisket before the weather gets too brisk to tend to the back yard Weber; otherwise, present it in the winter months with a braised lamb and olives.

^$32.00

Failla Wines

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2005 Estate Syrah
Sonoma Coast

After the fruit was picked on October 27th, 80% was added to open-topped vessels as whole clusters and the rest destemmed, then treated to daily punch-downs throughout fermentation ...more before aging in 40% new French oak. Resting sur-lee until bottling imparts the Estate Syrah with the classic Northern RhÃ´ne aroma of black pepper which heads the parade of exotic Silk Road spices, violets and graphite in the nose. Chewy fine-grained tannins create rich palette presence that benefits from decanting. Expect this Syrah to cellar well for 10-15 years.

Falkner Winery

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2002 Syrah

Our Syrah has a wonderful full fruit aroma and then follows with flavors of plum, blackberry, and spice. Enjoy the deep purple color, oak texture, rich flavors, and smooth, round, ...morelingering finish. Our Syrah pairs well with lamb, beef, duck and goose dishes.

^$19.95

Falkner Winery

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2003 Syrah
Rockcreek Vineyard

Our vineyard designated Syrah has a wonderful smoky aroma and then follows with flavors of plum, blackberry, vanilla, and herbs. Enjoy the deep purple color, oak texture, rich flav ...moreors, and smooth, round, lingering finish. Our Syrah pairs well with lamb, beef, duck and goose dishes.

^$21.95

Fallbrook Winery

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2004 Syrah Special Selection
Central Coast

Small bin fermentation and manual punchdown during this process produces an intense black fruit character with subtle layers of cocoa, anise and bramble. Wine is drinkable now and ...morewill benefit from additional bottle aging.

Fenton Herriott Vineyards

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2004 Syrah
El Dorado

A full-bodied French Varietal aged 28 months in French Oak with flavors of vanilla, boysenberry, dark plum, blueberry, coffee, and chocolate followed by a firm, lingering finish.

^$19.00

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CAW Rating: 100

100

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The third vintage of wine we have released from this vineyard, it is a classic, cool weather Syrah--think northern Rhone, rather than California. It starts with plum, blueberry and smoky, cigar box aromas. The mouth has wonderful flavors of ripe dark berries and pepper, with silky tannins and good a ...

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