2001 Estate Syrah
2001 Estate Syrah
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Wine Specs
Wine Specs
Appellation: Spring Mountain District, Napa Valley – Estate Grown & Bottled
Assemblage: 100% Syrah
Élevage: 22 months in French oak
Winemaker’s Comments
Winemaker’s Comments
We used Beaucastel and Chapoutier clones from our Miravalle Ranch.
Additional Notes
Additional Notes
Bud break was normal occurring mid-March with bloom occurring mid-May. Early spring temperatures were mild and rainfall was light. Where April was a bit cool, both May and June were fairly warm, setting the stage for an excellent growing season. July through September was mild and steady with only occasional heat spikes into the 90’s. Maturation evolved slowly and produced intensely flavored grapes with great color, concentration and balance. Our Syrah is planted on a southwest facing slope, similar to northern Rhone, which allows it to be drenched in sun the entire growing season.