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Syrah 0 VQA

Syrah Barrel Reserve (0) VQA Wine Details
Price: $29.99 per bottle

Description: Robust, dark and hearty. The strong varietal characteristics of blackberry and jam harmonize perfectly with the smooth vanilla, spicy/clove and dark chocolate finish. Excellent aging potential. On the left-lower front label of the Syrah you will see a Chinese character seal. This stylized representation of the word "Superior" was designed by renowned Chinese calligrapher, Tang Chieong Shing.

Varietal Definition
Syrah:
Syrah is the eight hundred pound gorilla of Rhone grapes! In the vineyard and the winery, Syrah is typically an easy grape to work with - healthy, early ripening, resistant to mildew and rot; suitable for winemaking in a variety of styles. The wines from Syrah are tannic without being harsh. The wines will have a taste and smell of dark blue fruit like blackberries and blackcurrant, with a strong spicy side where one can find freshly ground pepper and other spices. Syrah is famous for its part in the French blends, such as Côtes du Rhone and Châteauneuf du Pape.
Shiraz:
Alternate name for the french Syrah clone grape grown in Australia and responsible for very big red wines that are not quite as intense in flavor as the french Rhone versions.


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