283 Cases Produced — SORRY, BUT WE’VE SOLD OUT OF THIS ITEM!
General Statement: Made from 100% estate grown fruit, this wine produced from 100% Syrah grapes.
This wine was made like last year, sticking to the simplicity we’ve found so successful: simply allowing it to rest on the gross lees for over 12 months unblended and unaltered. The cocoa that is so characteristic of the vineyard’s terroir exhibits a strong presence. There is more fruit this year with notes of raspberry, black currant, and cassis. The nose is of cinnamon and suede/leather. White pepper, cardamom, tar and toffee follow through the mid-pallet and finish.
This wine was aged in oak for 21 months with 39% new American.
Source of the Fruit: 100% Madison Cellars Vineyard estate grown
Vineyard Notes:
- Rootstock: own-rooted Estrella Clone 7
- Location/soil: mostly Sandy loam, with area of shale mixed in
- Harvest Dates: September 21st and 22nd, 2003
Winemaking Notes:
- Fermentation: Primary fermentation in open top fermenters with punchdowns 3-4 times daily. Secondary fermentation in barrel.
- Alcohol: 15.7%
- Total Acidity: .67
- PH: 3.55
- Residual Sugar: 0.0%
Barrel Aging: 21 months in French and American oak of which 39% were new.
Date Bottled: July 25, 2005
Date Released: May 2006
Tasting Notes: The cocoa that is so characteristic of the vineyard’s terroir exhibits a strong presence. There is more fruit this year with notes of raspberry, black currant, and cassis. Interestingly enough, the nose is of cinnamon and suede/leather. White pepper, cardamom, tar and toffee follow through the mid-pallet and finish.
Accolades and Awards: Not submitted due to limited production.
Aging Properties: This Syrah is rich and deep and will only get better over the coming 5-8 years.
Food Pairing: More approachable than last year, this wine will complement many spicy meat and pasta dishes. I have also found it a great companion for a Tuscan-style grilled rib eye.
