Aromatics: pronounced aromatics of sweet sultanas, ripe blackberries and blueberries, violets, Provençal garrigue/dried herbs, prosciutto, spice/anise, white pepper, with tertiary aromatics of prosciutto damp earth and forest floor

Palate: dry, medium + body, medium acidity, medium tannins, palate confirms aromatics of sweet sultanas, ripe blackberries, violets, Provençal garrigue/dried herbs, spice, white pepper, and tertiary flavors of damp earth and forest floor; “elegant and restrained”

Finish: Long, with acidity carrying the black fruit, floral aromatics and garrigue onwards

More on Syrah: “The greatest red grape of the Rhone” https://www.cellartours.com/blog/france/the-greatest-red-grape-of-the-rhone-syrah

Food Pairings: Syrah pairs great with bold foods. You can pair Syrah with anything from a blue cheeseburger to barbecue, the trick is to bring out the subtle nuances in the wine, with grilled meats- pork, beef, lamb, venison (clove and anise spices will highlight the nuances in the wine)

Cheese Pairings: Syrah is a good pairing with blue cheeses like Roquefort or gorgonzola, with salty cheeses like pecorino, Grana Padano, or even halloumi. Gouda, asiago, gruyere, and aged cheddar also make for a good Syrah cheese pairing. Syrah can also pair with aged, soft cheeses like Camembert and Brie.

Cases Produced: 123
Composition: Syrah
AL: 15.4%
AVA: South Coast, San Diego County, Estate Grown