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Andrew Murray Vineyards

2009 Santa Barbara County Syrah

Tastingroom Andrew Murray Vineyards 2009 Syrah is a captivating red wine that showcases the stunning characteristics of Santa Barbara County. With a medium to full-bodied structure, it offers an inviting profile that is both expressive and well-balanced. The acidity is bright and lively, enhancing the wine's vibrant fruit expression, which features prominent notes of dark berry, plum, and subtle hints of black pepper. The tannins are smooth and well-integrated, providing a firm backbone without overwhelming the palate. This Syrah is beautifully crafted, offering a dry finish that leaves a lasting impression, making it an excellent companion for hearty dishes or an indulgent evening with friends.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Black Pepper

Black Pepper

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Region:


Santa Barbara County
Santa Barbara County

Just north of Los Angeles at the southern tip of the Central Coast, Santa Barbara County is one of California's winemaking gems. Although a long way from Napa and Sonoma, Santa Barbara's prime AVAs—the Santa Maria and Santa Ynez Valleys and the Santa Rita Hills—produce exemplary cool-climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. It is all thanks to the terroir. Despite its proximity to sunny southern California, Santa Barbara County is hilly, and its vineyards lie close to the Pacific Ocean. With little rainfall but an abundance of chilly ocean winds and fogs, the growing season is very long here. This allows grapes to ripen slowly over an extended period and develop wonderfully complex flavors.

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