2004 Syrah Sierra Foothills
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Awards
DOUBLE GOLD BEST OF CLASS
2006 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
Class: Syrah
Tasting Notes
Enjoyable nose of strawberry mixed with distant camp fire. Flavors of black cherries and spice pair brisk acid with mouthwatering tannins making for a long smooth finish.
Ruby red in the glass, this light floral Syrah has distinct aromas of strawberry candy and campfire smoke and opens to flavors of Indian spice and black cherry on the palate. The wine’s brisk acidity, mouth-watering tannins and smooth, mineral finish make it exceptionally food-friendly.
Wine Composition
Syrah Sierra Foothills 80%
Cabernet Franc Sierra Foothills 18%
Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2%
Bottled August 2005.
Production notes
The grapes for this European-style wine came from the Auburn area of Placer County. The site’s warm climate and red volcanic soil yield distinctly soft Syrah made for enjoying now. The Cabernet Franc came from older vines grown in the Loomis area of the county on decomposed granite soils. The wines, including a dash of Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, were made separately and aged in neutral French oak for 10 months before blending and bottling. Drink this wine with duck or grilled pork.