2010 Sonoma County Syrah
48% Sonoma Valley Syrah, Rossi Ranch
28% Dry Creek Valley Syrah, Teldeschi Vineyard
13% Bennett Valley Syrah
6% Santa Lucia Highlands Syrah, Rosella's Vineyard
5% Sonoma Valley Mourvèdre, Rossi Ranch
Using organically grown Syrah and Mourvèdre from the Rossi Ranch in Sonoma Valley, we found that blending in Syrah from Ray Teldeschi’s vineyard in Dry Creek Valley produced a wine of great intensity and concentration. But aromatically, something was missing. Fortunately, we discovered the solution – 6% Rosella’s Syrah and 13% Bennett Valley Syrah. Both of these components added intriguing notes of violet, white pepper, and spice. In the end, a killer Syrah. And even better, at a killer price! Unfined and unfiltered.
Tasting Note:
Very dark ruby-purple. Verging on opaque. Precise, pure aromas of blackberry, sage, and spice. Quite poised on the palate, with plenty of mouth-watering black fruits that persist into the violet-tinged finish. For all its explosiveness, displays remarkable finesse and elegance. To borrow an old phrase, an iron fist in a velvet glove! Enjoy 2013 through at least 2022. (MRO – 07/18/12)