Tasting Notes
"The 2006 La Crema Syrah has aromas that are rich in blackberry, cocoa and pepper. Flavors continue with blueberry, cassis, black licorice and hints of smoke leading to a plush middle and broad sturdy finish."
- Melissa Stackhouse, La Crema Winemaker

The Vintage: 2006
The 2006 vintage challenged the vineyard team, with twice the normal rainfall and a late bud break, bloom and harvest. Luckily, warmer temperatures accelerated ripening, bringing naturally high acids into check by harvest time. Harvest kicked off for Syrah on September 20th and ended mid-October.

The Place: Sonoma County
A native varietal of the Rhône winegrowing region of France, Syrah develops outstanding character in the cooler pockets of Sonoma County. We carefully select vineyard sites that provide mild weather throughout the growing season, where Syrah can ripen slowly on the vine, producing a rich concentration, jammy fruit quality and the varietal’s signature intensity.

Wine Stats

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