The second Syrah addition is the Garys' Vineyard in the Santa Lucia Highlands. This vineyard may be known to most of you as the joint venture of farmers extraordinaire Gary Francioni and Gary Pisoni. The Garys were kind enough to offer Copain one acre to produce what they feel is a...
This Syrah is a blend from Mandeville Island and two proven Northern Lodi area vineyards– Kirschenmann and Knoll. The terroir of the Lodi area is ideal for growing Mediteranean varietals such as Syrah. Similar to a Côtes du Rhône, this wine is jammy and full of black fruit with exotic spice....
Du Mol Syrah Jack Roberts Run 2006
The Dutton-Gregori vineyard continues to captivate Du Mol with its combination of aromatic fireworks and coastal fruit purity which makes this single vineyard wine such a unique offering. Harvested from the same vines as the 2004 release, yet a full month later, the cool elongated ripening conditions have amplified the wine’s...
Savage Syrah, the volitile Rhone, Yielding to no one, solid as stone Rampant destruction, so readily released, Audacious and proud, this hostile beast. Harboring rage, so easily displayed, Savage Syrah and the Red Rhone Brigade. Yearning to conquer, ready to rule, Ravaging others, destruction the tool. Armed for conflict, domination the...
Eberle Syrah Steinbeck Vineyard 2005
This wine defines Paso Robles Syrah with enticing, opulent flavors of ripe blueberry and black cherry accented by hints of sweet vanilla oak and white pepper. Reminiscent of a true Rhone wine, Eberle Steinbeck Vineyard Syrah is beautiful in its youth, but will gracefully age to enjoy over the next several...
The Shiraz (also known as Syrah) grape thrives in areas with moderately warm days and cool nights, such as Esperanza Vineyard in the Clarksburg appellation of the Sacramento Delta. This historic growing region in California benefits from the tempering effects of the Sacramento River, which lies just across the levee from...
EOS Estate Petite Sirah Reserve 2006
The 2006 vintage was a good balanced growing year with good rain during the previous winter and an extended ripening season. Crop loads were average for crop loads. This enabled the vine to ripen the characters along with the sugar for balance. Nose: Blackberry jam, molasses, rounded smoky oak, violets and...
Epiphany Cellars Petite Sirah 2004
This distinct wine shows big structure and weight with dense chewy tannins that finish with length. Boysenberry, blackberry, plum and spice show on the nose with floral notes, smoke and hints of licorice. On the palate you will find black cherry, blueberry, white pepper and spice with opulent oak.
Fruit from two different regions work together to make Estancia’s Central Coast Shiraz. They chose cool climate Monterey grapes for the exceptional texture they provide and Paso Robles for its rich and spicy berry characters. Blended with grapes from Estancia’s Pinnacles Vineyard in Monterey and Keyes Canyon Vineyard in Paso Robles,...
On the nose you will find aromas of blackberries, smoke, pressed meats with BBQ spices, blueberries and vanilla. Deep, full flavors of blackberries, chocolate, boysenberries and black licorice will lead to a long lingering finish.
Fess Parker Syrah Big Easy 2003
Chocolate, smoke, blueberry, blackberry liqueur, vanilla, sandalwood, dark plum and a hint of allspice are all found on the nose of this complex Syrah. Flavors of blueberry, plum, dark chocolate, black pepper, nutmeg, black cherry and toasty oak combine on the palate to produce the bold yet surprisingly smooth experience that...
This hearty red delivers lifted berry aromas with black cherry, cola and spice. Generous ripe berry fruit leads to a lush, soft, balanced finish. Pairs fantastically well with grilled veggies, barbecued meats and hearty cheeses.
Francis Ford Coppola Petit Sirah Diamond Label 2007
Winemaker Corey Beck developed a fondness for Petite Sirah in part because it was the favorite varietal of his grandfather's, a Napa Valley grape grower back when the California wine industry was just gaining notoriety. After years of experimenting with the varietal, they sought out prime Petite Sirah vineyards to include...
Frei Brothers Russian River Valley fruit gives them wonderful, cool climate Syrah flavors. They extract those ripe berry flavors without undue processing. They craft their Frei Brothers Reserve wines in a gentle, traditional style enhanced by the use of modern techniques, to produce a wine that is both varietally accurate and...
The newest addition to the Glass Mountain line-up, you can count on another quality wine at an excellent value. This wine was developed to show old world charm in new world bottling. They have found Syrah to produce wines of exceptional depth and richness when grown in the warm California sunshine....
Well on its way to becoming a benchmark appellation for Petite Sirah, Paso Robles is located on California's Central Coast, halfway between Monterey and Santa Barbara. Warm days are contrasted by cool coastal breezes flowing over the Santa Lucia Mountain Range in the evenings. Petite Sirah from this region is known...
Guenoc Petite Sirah Lake County 2006
The wine's structure is further supported through barrel aging in American and French oak from selected artisan coopers, adding to the complexity of the final blend. The wine's forward fruit ensures immediate enjoyment, but will continue to develop in the bottle over the next five years. Rich and intense, this Petite...
There are pepper and floral notes on the nose, but blackberry, briar, and spice figure more prominently. Wildly expressive flavors of plum, cherry, and dark chocolate are the dominant components you will pick up in the palate. The tannins are silky and round, and are supported with a racy acidity that...
With the scent of fresh blueberries, enormous fruit characteristics include aromas of black fruit, chocolate, currant, blackberry and black cherry. the palate is rich and full with soft tannins. This is an amazing wine with its subtle layers of fruit and a berry intensity that shows refinement and finesse in every...
Aromas of garrigue, freshly turned earth, followed by black cherry and a white pepper compote. This wine not only stimulates the senses, but draws you into the glass; swirling releases intoxicating aromas that illustrate hot summer days in the vineyards. Firm and structured, yet with an approachable lushness. Anisette and lavender...
Dark purple in color with a violet edge, this 2004 Syrah screams complexity and depth. The nose is rich with bright, ripe fruit encompassed by toasted oak and some smoky, spicy characters. The palate is soft upon entry, with layers of dark fruit, cherry, and a hint of gamey character to...
Kendall Jackson Syrah Vintners Reserve 2007
Intense black currant and pomegranate flavors are accented by black cherry and blackberry then rounded off with leather and spice for a big, bold, yet balanced, finish.
Kenwood Syrah Jack London 2003
Rich and full bodied with aromas of red currants, cigar box and dark chocolate, with a hint of vanilla from French oak aging and an elegant, lingering finish. The Jack London Ranch creates distinctive red wines that have a loyal following throughout the world. The red volcanic soil and pleasantly warm...
