VINEYARD Amber Ridge
BLOCKS/CLONES 115, 667, 777, Swan
TOTAL TONS ACQUIRED PER VINEYARD/BLOCK 115: 16 tons, 667: 11.7 tons, 777: 3.4 tons, Swan:
2.6 tons
HARVEST Oct. 21, 2005
OAK 35% New Oak
ALCOHOL 15.6%
pH 3.85
TA 5.1 g/L
AROMA
Briary, with ripe blackberry and soft notes of tobacco. Hints of cocoa offer a dark background.
PALATE
Mouth-coating with initial flavors of freshly crushed blueberries. The midpalate reveals traces of cigar box, hints of cedar and cracked pepper. The gripping texture carries the melody of flavors to a beautiful, lengthy finish.
We produced our 2005 Syrah using similar methods fashioned for our Pinot Noirs, including a cold soak and very gentle handling. The grapes were fermented with 50% whole clusters, which added heightened aromatics and supple tannins. This wine is best decanted prior to serving. We recommend drinking this wine between 2009 and 2016
THE RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY IS hallowed ground for lovers of great Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Here, the vines are submersed in clockwork fog and daytime temperature swings, which preserve the natural acidity essential to elegant, age-worthy wines. We work with a handful of the most beloved vineyards from this remarkable wine region considered by many to be the heartland of California Pinot Noir.
Within Russian River Valley, in a town tucked away from the main roads, you’ll find a community ranging from writer to artisan. The town of Graton is an area where local winemakers and growers take a respite and enjoy some of the many popular yet under-the-radar restaurants. During harvest, the little town is full of life and bustling.
