Alexander Valley Vineyards
Alexander Valley Vineyards Syrah
Our first vintage of Syrah in 1994 was made from purchased fruit, but that wine was the inspiration for us to begin planting Rhone varietals on our family-owned property in 1995. Today, we are well known for our rich and aromatic Syrah. Loads of juicy berry flavors, a little spice, a wisp of violet and a hint of smokiness from the barrel aging make this a top Syrah.
Features
Varieties*
Syrah:97%
Viognier:3%
Tech Info*
Alcohol :14% Vol
Total Acidity :6.5 g/l
Residual Sugar:0.19 g/L
*Technical Data
May Vary With Vintage
Availability
Size(s):750ml 0 85798 09942 9
Pack(s):750ml 12pk
Soil and Origin
Soil:
Origin:Estate vineyards, Alexander Valley, California
Tasting Notes
Bouquet:Rich aromas of plum, black cherry, vanilla, oak and violets
Taste:Flavors of blackberry, black cherry, plum, white pepper and vanilla.
Food Pairing:Always a favorite with lamb, pork, steak as well as lighter meats like sauteed chicken. For a vegetarian twist, try it with eggplant and mushroom based recipes.
Winemaking
The Syrah was destemmed and cold-soaked to retain the bright berry flavors and stabilize the color. The Viognier received a gentle press, then was fermented in neutral French oak barrels. The two varietals were barrel aged separately for 18 months, then blended prior to bottling.