2013 Syrah Tasting Notes
Bud Break: April 15, 2013
Veraison: August 1, 2013
Oak Regime: 40% American Oak, 60% French Oak
Barrel Age: 40% new barrel, 40% 1 year old, 20% 2 year old
Primary Coopers: Saury, Alain Fouquet and Vicard
Harvest Date: October 27, 2013
Bottling Date: January 15, 2015
Alcohol: 13.9%
"The 2013 Syrah fills the nose with aromas of dark fruit and black cherry with a smoky back drop. Carrying through on the palate are rich, dark fruit flavours of cherry, blackberry and blueberry with integrated notes of coffee, cocoa and cigar. It is full-bodied, velvety and smooth with a lenghty finish. Try with herb crusted rack of lamb or ribs with your favourite BBQ sauce.”
Graham Pierce, Winemaker