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Bien Nacido Vineyard

Santa Maria Valley Syrah

Ledge Bien Nacido Vineyard Syrah is a captivating red wine that showcases the unique terroir of the Santa Maria Valley. This Syrah boasts a medium-full body, offering a rich and lush mouthfeel that envelops the palate. With bright acidity, it brings a refreshing vibrancy to the experience, balancing the wine's depth beautifully. The fruit intensity is prominent, showcasing delightful notes of blackberries, plums, and hints of dark chocolate, complemented by subtle undertones of spice and herbal nuances. The tannins are notable yet smooth, providing a firm structure that elegantly carries the wine to a lingering finish. This wine is dry, making it an excellent choice for a variety of food pairings, from grilled meats to hearty pasta dishes. Overall, Ledge Bien Nacido Vineyard Syrah is an expressive and enchanting offering that fully embodies its exceptional vineyard origins.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry

Blackberry

Black Pepper

Black Pepper

Smoke

Smoke

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Grilled Lamb, Lamb Chops, BBQ Pork Ribs

Region:


Santa Maria Valley

One hundred forty miles northwest of Los Angeles, the Santa Maria Valley is one of California's finest wine regions. Sun-baked and dry, yet river-fed and cooled by Pacific Ocean airflow, the wide east-west valley produces some of North America's most impeccably balanced Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. With its long growing season, grapes ripen slowly here, developing layers of flavor and fragrance. Moving inland, the extra warmth allows Bordeaux, Rhône, and Piedmont grape varieties to ripen entirely, producing richly seductive wines. Santa Maria Valley is California's second-oldest AVA, straddling both Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties.

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