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Andrew Murray Vineyards

2009 Santa Barbara County Syrah

The Tastingroom Andrew Murray Vineyards 2009 Syrah is a stunning representation of Santa Barbara County's exceptional terroir. This red wine embodies a medium to full body, offering a rich and satisfying mouthfeel that captivates the palate. With a vibrant acidity that brings brightness and liveliness, it perfectly balances the wine's structure. The fruit intensity is pronounced, showcasing luscious dark fruit notes, particularly plum and blackberry, intertwined with subtle hints of black pepper and herbal undertones. Tannins are notable but approachable, adding a firm backbone while still allowing the fruit to shine. This wine is crafted in a dry style, making it incredibly versatile for food pairings, from grilled meats to hearty stews, enhancing any dining experience with its warmth and complexity.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry

Blackberry

Black Pepper

Black Pepper

Plum

Plum

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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