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2000 Syrah
"American Tradition Reserve"
Vineyard sources: 80% Rodney’s Vineyard from the Fess Parker Estate and
20% Starlane Vineyard in the Santa Ynez Valley.
Barrel Aging: 100% barrel aged in 1/3 new French Oak for 14 months.
Alcohol: 14.6% alc. By vol., T.A.: 0.65 g/100ml, p.H.: 3.86
Production: 1519 cases
Winemaker’s comments:
This Syrah may be our finest “ATR” effort to date. The wine is bursting with blackberry and dark cherry enhanced by spice, a hint of black licorice and floral notes. Firm, mocha flavored tannins add structure and complexity. This is an age worthy wine that will drink well into the next decade.
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