This displays various attributes of a classic Syrah with a Temecula accent. Aromas of vanilla, violets and lavender fill the glass with a hint of oak spice. A full mouth feel and long finish.
DESCRIPTION:
This Syrah displays many attributes of a classic Syrah with a Temecula accent. Tobacco, leather and blackberry aromas fill the glass with a hint of oak spice. The tannins are well integrated giving a full mouth feel and a long finish.
WINE MAKING NOTES:
Grape Blend: 87% Syrah, 8% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Petite Sirah, 2% Malbec
TA: 5.448 gm/L | PH: 3.62 | RS: .35 | Alcohol: 14.4%
Fermentation: open ferment | Oak: American and French | Oak age: 18 months | Harvest Brix: 24.3 (average) | Bottle Date: June 13, 2022 | Cases Produced: 1,160 | Maturity: now until 2026
FLAVOR AND AROMA NOTES:
On the palate, you will find the fruit is forward on the pallet and the wines acidity displaying notes of vanilla, violets and oak on the nose with flavors of black raspberry, lavender with pleasant acidity and structured tannins on the palate.
PAIRING SUGGESTIONS:
This Syrah pairs well with mushroom dishes, black olives, aged or smoked cheeses, roasted eggplant dip or a dense fish such as swordfish, roast duck or slow roast leg of lamb.
VINEYARD NOTES:
The core vineyards of Wilson Creek are attached to and located just north of the winery.
It is an ever growing and changing vineyard with the oldest sections planted in 1970. Its uncanny, but the general overall outline of all Wilson Creek Winery Blocks is heart shaped.
Syrah
Block 8- About 6 acres of Syrah, a remaining section of which was planted in 1970, is located at the extreme northern point of Wilson Creek along Barenda Road. The vineyard sees an abundance of sunlight throughout the growing season. Small sections have been replanted since 1970.
WINEMAKER - Kestutis Vizgirda
Kestutis "Gus" Vizgirda believes the secret to good winemaking begins in the vineyard. That's why throughout the growing season you will find him touring the rows of varietals and envisioning the kinds of wines he will produce from the harvest. For over two decades, Vizgirda has worked at a number of local wineries, working with some of the Valley's best winemakers to refine his craft. Today, he has developed his own unique approach to making wine and has won gold medals for many of his varietals.
In addition to serving as Wilson Creek's Winemaker, Vizgirda teaches wine classes at Mt. San Jacinto College and San Diego State University Extended Studies campus. He is also a judge at several local and international wine competitions.
