This Estate-grown Syrah is produced from the Sara Lee Clone in Block 17 and was co-fermented with whole cluster Viognier grapes. This technique is Old World in style and increases color extraction and increased acidity while opening up a wide range of expressive aromatics. Our Block 17 Syrah shows no shortage of color in its deep, dark inky complexion. An elegant bouquet of rich blackberry, blueberry, and boysenberry pairs nicely with notes of cured meat, toasted nuts, and allspice. The fruitiness of this wine carries through to the palate which is full of black raspberry, cherry, cola, and black currant. This Syrah has a long finish with structured, velvety tannins. If consumed prior to 2023, please decant.
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Wine Profile
Winemaker Notes
Bottle aging suggestion as of Sept. ‘22: Tannins are a bit big at this point and fruit is just a little muted. Can drink now with 30 minutes of decanting time or lay down for another year and pop open at the start of 2024. Will age wonderfully for 6-10 years.
Other Notes
100% Syrah
Wine Specs
Vintage
2020
Varietal
Syrah
Appellation
Horse Heaven Hills
Vineyard Designation
Destiny Ridge Vineyard
Acid
6.1 g/L
pH
3.85
Aging
Aged 18 months in 29% new French Oak and 71% neutral oak barrels
Alcohol %
14.4
