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About This Wine
Through DNA testing, Syrah has been shown to be a cross of the black grape Dureza and a white variety, Mondeuse.
Both varieties have origins in France’s Rhone region, but it’s not known precisely when they were crossed to create Syrah — also known as Sirah in some locales, and as Shiraz in Australia and South Africa. It should not be confused with Petite Sirah, which is altogether a different grape variety.
Although Syrah acreage has existed in California for some time, most of the substantial plantings occurred in the 1990s. Today, the most acreage is in San Luis Obispo County with 2,671 acres, followed by San Joaquin County with 1,992 and Sonoma County with 1,926.
Indian Creek sourced Syrah grapes from all around the state to create this delicious cuvee, which also includes a few other red varieties. It has a lush mouthfeel and a wide spectrum of aromas and flavors — a delicious marriage of historic varieties.
About Syrah
Very dark, rich, powerful wines with great aging potential (as long as 50 years), yet still can be drunk relatively young. Distinct pepper, spice, cherry and leather flavors, with smooth, supple texture. Embodied in majestic wines from France, Australia and, increasingly, California.
More About SyrahTasting Notes
Download/Print- Grape Composition:Syrah & Other Red Varieties
- Grape Source:Select Vineyards in Various California Growing Regions
- Aromas & Flavors:Jammy Berry Fruit, Pepper, Spice and a Hint of Leather
- When to Drink:Now Through 2010
- Food Pairing Suggestionsmoked sausages, stews or barbecued fare.
Member Ratings
Have you tried it?Rate This Wine31 Reviews
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Full and well rounded flavors.
Full-bodied and rich. A complex Syrah whose inky color belies its lush texture and well-integrated tannins.
We are normally not big fans of Syrah, but were pleasantly surprised by this...a very pop and pour wine!
Don't let the anemic appearance fool you. Complex and flavorful. Enjoyed with chianti braised short ribs ordered as carry out from The Olive Garden.
The best yet of California's Syrah
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Excellents flavors and aromas followed by wonderful tastes
Rich color, firm tanning, full body nice finish
great wine
paired very nicely with bbq pork
very good!
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slightly weak
Nice spicy flavor, distinct peppery finish. Pairs well with beef or pasta.
excellent and smooth
Wonderful with BBQ Chicken!
Smooth,excellent with grilled meats.
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Very nice - smooth
Very drinkable, nice peppery note to wine.
I was surprised by the wonderful full taste. Magnificent. Thanks!
Smooth berry fruit, hint of pepper, maybe some chocolate. Very similar to a good Pinot Noir. Wonderful aromoa
Strong hint of leather when you swish around in mouth as well as a week spice.
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Excellent, smooth taste. Very enjoyable.
Had w/ BBQ ribs + Pulled Porkn Hse@ 70-75 deg. So used my quick chill - getting temp down made taste even better.
Very nice finish.
The best of the Syrah's received to date. It is a wonderful companion to spicy foods and to drink by itself.
Fine aroma & great taste.
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Very nice wine!
