2011 SYRAH, JBV, MAGNUM

95% Syrah, 5% Roussanne

The cooler weather in 2011 created a very exciting vintage for us. A longer growing season resulted in focused wines with more finesse and structure than warmer vintages produce. We thought this would be a perfect opportunity to showcase the Syrah off James Berry Vineyard. We have blended the unparalleled James Berry Vineyard Syrah with a hint of JBV Roussanne for added lift and vibrance. The resulting wine hits all the marks and is a stunning example of why this vineyard rocks!  (No pun intended).

James Berry Vineyard Syrah is always a delight to work with. Its lovely dark eggplant-skin purple entices as it swirls into your glass.  Toasted brioche, cocoa and Malabar black pepper greet the nose then plum, black cherry and smoked sea salt linger in the mouth. Rich and full on the palate, the wine has a savory backbone with finely integrated tannins that offer focus, finesse and finish. Enjoy with simply seasoned T-bone steaks and top with a plum salsa.  Drink 2014-2030.

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