2002 Syrah -
Alexander Valley, SOLD OUT
[ $22 ]
Our 2002 Syrah comes from our hillside vineyards in Alexander Valley, a region known for growing Syrah grapes. Vineyards that scale the hillsides surrounding the valley floor provide rich and complex flavors, in addition to grapes that are powerful and concentrated. Our Syrah exhibits aromas of jammy black fruits, spice and earth. The flavors are dense and lush yet reveal grace and balance.
Vintage Notes
Great weather during bloom set the stage for yields to be at or above
target levels. Due to the great crop levels, we were able to thin the fruit
to assure maximum quality. Heat events in late August and early to mid-
September jump-started harvest and required focus to assure that the
winery received fruit at its optimum quality. Harvest began in late
August and was completed the first week of October.
Winemakers Notes
Alexander Valley is known as a premium region for growing Syrah
grapes. Vineyards that scale the hillsides surrounding the valley floor
provide us with rich and complex flavors, in addition to grapes that are
powerful and concentrated. Our Syrah exhibits aromas of jammy black
fruits, spice and earth. The flavors are dense and lush, yet reveal grace
and balance.
| Appellation: |
Alexander Valley |
| Blend: |
80% Syrah, 8% Cabernet Sauvignon,
7% Carignane and 4% Sangiovese; (99% Alexander Valley,
1% Dry Creek Valley) |
| Cooperage: |
French and American oak |
| Release Day: |
May 2005 |
