2005 Syrah

Santa Barbara County

Vineyard:

Premier Vineyard, Los Alamos Ca.

Barrel Aging:

10 Months, 100% French Oak, 40% New

Composition:

100% Syrah

Limited Production:

225 Cases, Bottled Sept. 11th 2006

Analysis:

Alcohol: 14.8%
pH: 3.52
Titratable Acidity: .71 g/100ml

Cellaring Potential:

5 - 10 years

Suggested Retail:

$24

Tasting Notes:

This Syrah is of pure elegance and refinement that will overtake your senses and send tingles down your spine. This cool-climate Syrah is full of vanilla oak and cedar with a hint of chocolate to finish. Our velvety smooth drinking Syrah is the perfect wine to enjoy with family and friends.

Accolades:

Silver Medal - Pacific Rim International Wine Competition, 2007
Silver Medal - Santa Barbara County Fair, 2007

Wine History:

The 2004 growing season was a mild and prolonged season that allowed for a long hang time on the vines. The Syrah was then hand harvested and aged in French Oak Barrels. At bottling the wine was not finned or filtered, only to bring the rich fruity flavors forward. Enjoy!