I've always been a fan of Rhone varietals and stumbling upon this 100% Syrah from the Sierra Nevada Foothills was a pleasant surprise. Grown on its original rootstock, these vines sit 2300 ft above sea level and yield a full-bodied, bio-dynamic red with just 13.2% alcohol.
Given that I bought this unfined and unfiltered wine today on a whim (even with the new 6.25% sales tax) at the Winchester Spirited Gourmet, it might have been wise to give it a day or two to rest.
With 7 years of age, the color is still a robust purple, with brick-colored edges and extremely long legs. The nose is filled with vibrant dark fruits and a pronounced spiciness, it almost smells hot with alcohol. This lead me to throw it in the fridge for a moment. After which, an elegant, integrated wine emerged; black and blue fruits, juicy acidity, smooth tannins, and subtle oak influences all dance together in splendid harmony.
There's two bottles left at the Spirited Gourmet in Winchester, MA. Grab them fast, or at least before I do.
Clos Saron's website.
Spirited Gourmet's website.
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