Andrew Murray Vineyards Watch Hill Vineyard Syrah

Notes of: Leather

Notes of: Violet

Notes of: Forest Floor

Notes of: Smoky

Notes of: Plum

Notes of: Vanilla

Andrew Murray Vineyards

Andrew Murray Vineyards Watch Hill Vineyard Syrah

United States, Central Coast California

Red wine

4.0

Expert Rating

4.2

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WINE DESCRIPTION

Andrew Murray Vineyards Watch Hill Vineyard Syrah is a premium wine that showcases the expertise of the producer in crafting exceptional Syrah wines. The grapes are sourced from the Watch Hill Vineyard, located in the Santa Barbara County appellation, which is known for its cool climate and unique soil composition. The vineyard features steep slopes and a mix of sandy and clay soils, which impart distinct flavors and aromas to the wine. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, followed by fermentation and aging in French oak barrels. The resulting wine is full-bodied, with rich flavors of dark fruit, black pepper, and spice, and a long, smooth finish. It is a perfect choice for wine enthusiasts who appreciate the complexity and elegance of Syrah wines.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Andrew Murray Vineyards Watch Hill Vineyard Syrah is a highly expressive and complex wine.On the nose, notes of blackberry and bramble are complemented by an intriguing mix of white pepper and dried herbs. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, with a velvety texture and flavors of dark berries, black pepper, and a hint of smoked meat. The finish is long and lingering, with a hint of cracked black pepper and roasted coffee beans. Enjoyable now, this wine will also age gracefully for many years to come.

EXPERT RATING

4.0

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2058

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Lean

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Firm

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (2)

Shiraz/Syrah

Viognier

ORIGINS

Winery: Andrew Murray Vineyards

Region: Central Coast California

The Central Coast of California is a wine lover's paradise, boasting a wide variety of climates, soils, and grape varieties. Located between San Francisco and Los Angeles, the Central Coast spans from Monterey County in the north to Santa Barbara County in the south. With its diverse topography and Mediterranean climate, the Central Coast is home to some of the most renowned wineries in the United States. The Central Coast has a long and storied history of winemaking, dating back to the mid-1800s. The first vineyards were planted in the Santa Clara Valley, and by the late 1800s, the region was producing some of the finest wines in the country. The region's reputation for quality wines was further solidified in the early 1989, when the Santa Clara Valley was declared among the first American Viticultural Area (AVA) in the United States.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.2

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