100% Syrah
13.0% Alcohol
$16.00 Retail (from winery)
Total production unknown
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2003 Ventana Vineyards Syrah, Monterey, Arroyo Seco.
SENSORY ASSESSMENT:
This wine is deep smoky garnet in color with a purple edge. The nose stars strong with pepper and thyme up front. Lots of cherry and and hint of chocolate follow. The palate displays cherry, a milder pepper and spice character and the salty minerality characteristic of this AVA as well sweet oak notes. A medium body and supple, slightly chewy tannins and appropriate acids make for a smooth, rich savory mouthfeel. The cherry, light pepper and mineral core of this wine continues into the finish.
OPINION:
The 2003 Ventana Syrah, with abundant extraction and distinct minerality is a lovely expression of varietal characteristics and instructive of the influence of terroir. Dominant spices interplay with savory herbs to make this offering a partner for densely flavored foods. Expected to drink well through at least 2008.
BOTTOM LINE:
Good, with appealing characteristics.
Recommended.