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Santa Maria Valley Syrah

The Boyer Syrah from Santa Maria Valley is an absolute delight for any red wine enthusiast. Boasting a full-bodied profile, this Syrah delivers an impressive depth of flavor. The high acidity provides a bright, mouthwatering experience that perfectly balances the wine's rich texture. What's more, the tannins in this wine are notably firm, yet they harmonize beautifully with its pronounced fruit intensity. With layers of dark fruit, such as blackcurrant and blackberry, interspersed with subtle hints of black pepper and spice, the Boyer Syrah is a well-crafted, food-friendly treasure from one of California's esteemed winegrowing regions. This exceptional wine showcases the unique terroir of Santa Maria Valley, a region celebrated for its cool climate and meticulous winemaking practices.

Tasting notes:


Black Pepper

Black Pepper

Blackberry

Blackberry

Smoke

Smoke

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Roasted Duck, Roasted Lamb, Grilled Meats

Region:


Santa Maria Valley
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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