2005 Petite Syrah - Silver Medal Winner!
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Awarded the Silver Medal at the West Coast Wine Competition, the 2005 Petite Syrah grapes were harvested from 140 year old vines situated in Calistoga. Vines of this age are extremely shy-bearing, producing approximately 4 to 6 clusters per vine. The grapes were harvested on October 27th then cold macerated for 2 days, and fermented on the skins for an additional 24 days. The wine was aged in 100% French Oak for 18 months. The color is almost black as one would expect. The bouquet is that of green olives and intense black pepper with hints of tar and smokiness. The texture is a bit more austere than the 2004, yet still gives a big mouthful of rich Petite Syrah flavors true to the varietal. 246 cases produced.
Wine Specs
Vintage
2005
Varietal
Petite Sirah
Appellation
Napa Valley
Alcohol %
13.8
