The Wine

2005 Vintage

Syrah - Amber Ridge Vineyard

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We produced our 2005 Syrah using similar methods fashioned for our Pinot Noirs, including a cold soak and very gentle handling. The grapes were fermented with 50% whole clusters, which added heightened aromatics and supple tannins. This wine is best decanted prior to serving. We recommend drinking this wine between 2009 and 2016.

Aromatics:

Briary, with ripe blackberry and soft notes of tobacco. Hints of cocoa offer a dark background.

On the palate:

Mouth-coating with initial flavors of freshly crushed blueberries. The midpalate reveals traces of cigar box, hints of cedar and cracked pepper. The gripping texture carries the melody of flavors to a beautiful, lengthy finish.