Earthy elegance, purity of fruit, and spice. Decanting softens the spice intensity and lends to a silken mouthfeel and an extended finish. Pair with a spicy red sauce or dishes with Aleppo pepper.
Product
Description
Cultivar
Syrah
Clone
877
Rootstock
Own-Rooted
Appelation
Colorado
American Viticultural Area
Grand Valley AVA
Vineyard
Christianson Cliffside Vineyard
Harvest Date
Friday, September 24, 2010
Production (cases)
81.5
Harvested (Tons)
2.13
Sort
Stems & Jacks
Percent Alcohol by Volume
13.7
Blend
100% Single-Vineyard / Single-Varietal
Titratable Acidity (g/L)
pH
3.70
Residual Sugar (g/L)
Malolactic Fermentation
Total Maceration (days)
Fermentation
Stainless Steel
Élevage
French Oak (25% new)
Months in Barrel
13.2
Fining
None
Filtration
None
Months in Bottle Before Release
19.0
Release Date
Saturday, May 24, 2014
Suitable for Vegetarians
Suitable for Vegans
Recommended Serving Temperature (F)
57
Cellar Potential
High
Cellar Reports
2019/03/10 - earthy elegance. hold/drink.
2017/03/12 - cellaring well; hold or drink.