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Qupé

Qupé Syrah Central Coast

United States, Central Coast California

Red wine

4.0

Expert Rating

3.8

Regularly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Qupé Syrah Central Coast is a premium wine produced by Qupé, a renowned winery in California. The grapes for this wine are sourced from various vineyards in the Central Coast appellation, known for its cool climate and diverse soils. The vineyards are sustainably farmed, and the grapes are hand-harvested to ensure the highest quality. The winemaking process involves minimal intervention, with native yeast fermentation and aging in French oak barrels. The resulting wine is a classic example of Central Coast Syrah, with aromas of blackberry, black pepper, and smoked meat. On the palate, it is full-bodied with firm tannins and a long, complex finish. This wine is perfect for those who appreciate a bold and elegant Syrah.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Qupé Syrah Central Coast offers a lively and vibrant nose of blackberry, blueberry, and a hint of spice.On the palate, it is full-bodied and smooth, with a juicy acidity and a long, flavorful finish. The complexity of the flavors and aromas is immediately apparent. It is a great example of how Syrah can express its true potential in the Central Coast appellation. Enjoy now or cellar for a few years to let the flavors develop further.

EXPERT RATING

4.0

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2028

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Bold

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Refreshing

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grippy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Shiraz/Syrah

ORIGINS

Winery: Qupé

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

3.8

0 Review