2019 Syrah, 750 ml
2019 Syrah, 750 ml
Vintage:
2019
Varietal:
Syrah/Shiraz
Appellation:
Lodi
Vineyards:
Fields Family Vineyard
New Syrah!
NEWEST RELEASE!
Vineyard Notes: Fields Family Vineyard was the 1st certified organic vineyard in the Lodi appellation. They have about 10 acres of Syrah, and a few other varieties, all planted around 1990. The vineyard is west of 99, just south of Acampo.
Cellar Notes: We received 3 tons of fruit early in the morning. It was foot-treaded to 3 large macrobins for maceration & fermentation. Fermentation lasted 12 days and was pressed to neutral barrels. The wine matured for 18 months in neutral barrels, with regular topping & one racking. This wine was bottled took place in March 2021 with no filtration.
Tasting Notes: On the nose, red fruits predominate - especially cranberry, cherry & strawberry - with distinct floral & herbal qualities lingering in the background. The palate is bright & racy, with red fruits, green tea, fine tannins & a saline component.