2005 Syrah
Carneros Napa Valley

Gold Award in the 2008 Denver International Wine Competition

Our 2005 Syrah has been awarded a Gold medal in this 4th annual Denver International Wine Competition held this September. Part of the honor includes being showcased at the "Taste of Elegance" Chefs Competition on Thursday, October 30, 2008 in Denver. Information on this event and the entire three day festival may be found by clicking on their site Denver International Wine Competition Festival.

Silver Award in the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition

Grape Variety:
99% Syrah, 1% Viognier

Alcohol Content: 14.1%

Vineyards:
Carneros/Napa Valley

Total Acidity:
0.63g/100ml

Harvest dates:
10/19-27/2005

pH: 3.80

Fermentation:
Stainless Steel

Barrel Aging:
14 months 49% new French oak

Winemaker:
Julianne Laks