"The color is dark black cherry. In the nose there are hints of earth, spices and black cherries. It is elegant and medium bodied with excellent balance. The flavors are dark fruits with a spicy finish, which is smooth and long. This wine is approachable now but will continue to develop for a couple of years."

   While there may be a lively debate about who makes better wine, Napa or Sonoma, we believe both areas make great wine. This wine is a blend of our two Syrah vineyards, Unti Vineyard in Sonoma and Stagecoach Vineyard in Napa. Both appellations have lots of sunshine, abundant winter rainfall, coastal breezes that keep temperatures moderate and a diverse set of soils. The growing season is generally free of rain and Indian Summers can bring extended hang time resulting in wines of great flavor and structure.
   Our Sonoma County/Napa County Syrah embodies all the best traits of Sonoma County and Napa County wines. It is made in a style that can be enjoyed while young but also has the ability to develop secondary flavors with proper cellar aging. Our wines are made to be enjoyed with food. Enjoy this Syrah with grilled meats, pastas and pizza!


Appellation: Sonoma County 78%, Napa County 22%, California
Composition: 100% Syrah
Clones: Durell, 174, 877
Barrel Aging: 16 months in French Oak Barrels, 29% new
Brix @ Harvest: 25.2°
Bottled: March 2008
PH: 3.63
TA: .66 g/100 ml
Alcohol: 14.5%
Production:171 cases
Release Date: June 2008
Suggested Retail: $28 per bottle