<p>Classic, elegant and modest &ndash; that&rsquo;s what you expect of basic black. Whether it&rsquo;s a little black dress or a traditional dinner jacket, you need a reliable staple, something that&rsquo;s versatile and ready to go on a moment&rsquo;s notice. That&rsquo;s exactly what we&rsquo;ve delivered in our signature Syrah &ndash; an essential, chic and reasonably priced red.</p><p>Partnered with poultry, Syrah acts as a foil to what might otherwise be a dull dry white meat providing a refreshing contrast of berries and a cracked pepper quality similar to the seasoning on the bird. Think of it like a side of cranberry sauce.</p><p>In a more casual setting with barbecued or grilled meats, it adds interest with peppery smoke elements and a lively interplay of fruit and spice. North Coast grapes from mainly Mendocino and Sonoma Counties give our 2006 Syrah all the intensity of a red Hermitage, yet at a fraction of the price.</p><h2>Awards</h2><p><strong>Silver Medal, 2010 World Wine Championships:</strong></p><p>&quot;Mild aromas of cherry and banana custard and cedar shavings with a supple, dryish medium body and a juicy, tangy blackberry, melted chocolate bar and whipped cream finish. Very tasty and balanced.&quot; (01/06/2011)</p><h2>Tasting Notes</h2><p>Hallmark graphite, pepper and smoke aromas, silky raspberry and dark plum fruit flavors, accented by notes of smoke and roasted coffee.</p><h2>Serving Suggestions</h2><p>Roasted and grilled meats (white or red); hearty dishes like stew; rustic appetizers such as cured meats and bruschetta; a steak loaded with peppers to bring out the wine&rsquo;s peppery quality.</p><h2>Perfect for the wine lover who:</h2><p>... will go to any length (including sweeping the snow off the Weber grill) to perfectly pair this juicy, bold wine with equally rich, spicy food.</p><h2>If you like this, you might also like:</h2><p><a href="/product/LaTour-2005-Napa-Valley-Syrah">2005 LaTour Napa Valley Syrah</a>: Smoky, spicy aromas underscore dark fruit flavors while vibrant acidity makes its appearance in the long, refreshing finish.</p><p><br />&nbsp;<img alt="" src="/assets/client/Image/Tasting Attributes/luscious_spice_red.jpg" /></p>

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