This blend of 93% Syrah and 7% Petite Sirah was sourced from vineyards in Sonoma Valley and Russian River Valley and aged for 18 months in a combination of French, Hungarian and American oak. The color is deep ruby and the aromatics show hints of raspberry and blueberry with spicy back notes that follow through to the flavors. There’s plenty of fruit, firm tannins, 14.5% alcohol, but the finish is a little short and simple, lacking varietal distinction
Valley of the Moon, Sonoma County (California) Syrah 2009
By Gerald D. Boyd