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| 75 | | | 90 | JaneGarvey | Atlanta | Georgia | USA | Syrah pitches two fundamentally different styles, depending on the climate in which it’s grown. In a cool climate, Syrah comes up with a lot of white pepper, sometimes a bit of gamy meatiness on the aromas, and an elegant, fruit-restrained style. In warmer climates, Syrah yields bold, intense, fruit-driven wines that are often high in alcohol and quite chewy in texture. Such is the case with this example. Established in 2002, Rockpile AVA is part of Sonoma County, and is known for big Zinfandels and Syrahs. This vineyard sits at 2,000 feet 25 miles west of Geyserville, and is chiefly known for Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, and some Syrah. (JC Cellars is located in Oakland, CA.) The wine is big, bold and alcoholic (15.5%) but the intense dark fruit balances off any sense of heat. Aromas of rich dark chocolate and assorted black berries prepare the palate for more of the same. Rather fine tannins frame a chewy texture. If you like bold, this is it! Serve in large-bowled glasses at the higher range of serving temperature, around 65-70ºF/.15-20ºC. Well-seasoned, full-bodied foods: Rough-textured terrines, cured meats; meat pies; braised beef brisket or chuck in tomato and beef stock; barbecued chicken; grilled lamb; meat or root vegetable stews; picadillo; grilled sausages; Jamaican meat patties (but not too hot); aged cheeses, dark chocolate.
Prime Wine & Spirits | 10/01/2009 |
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