2006 DuMOL Syrah (750ml)

Description

The wine is anchored in Saralee?s steep Trenton Station hillside vineyard which gives us wines that combine dark brooding camphor aromas and dense berry fruits. We ferment these blocks with some whole clusters to elevate the gamey side of the varietal and balance the broad hillside tannins. The Hoppe-Kelly vineyard offers plush, opulent rich blackberry fruit with great sweetness and depth. For the first time, some barrels from the ?eddie?s patch? block of this special vineyard add an extra dimension of floral aroma and velvety softness to the blend. Great purity of blueberry fruit and coastal freshness come in the shape of Gregori Vineyard, long a source of our ?Jack Robert?s Run? bottling. The blend is completed by the gorgeous purity of Dry Stack vineyard, a component that is arguably the most complete of the set with its aromatic purity, supple fruitiness and deep soft finish; a critical ingredient from one of our favorite growers. This is likely our brightest, most elegant and supple Syrah yet, which makes it a great candidate for current drinking and offers natural compatibility with a great range of dishes. It?s a Pinot-lovers Syrah for sure.