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Cellar Selection

2005 Virginia Syrah

The Breaux Vineyards Cellar Selection is a captivating Syrah from the esteemed Virginia region, showcasing the character and depth of this varietal with elegance and finesse. This red wine displays a rich, deep color that hints at its complexity, inviting you to explore its layers. On the palate, it presents a full-bodied experience with well-structured tannins providing a firm backbone, perfectly complementing the luscious fruit intensity that reveals notes of ripe blackberries and plums. The wine's vibrant acidity lends brightness and freshness, making it delightful alongside a variety of hearty dishes. With its delightful balance of fruit and structure, the 2005 vintage of Breaux Vineyards Cellar Selection is an impressive testament to Virginia's growing wine reputation and offers a wonderful tasting experience that is sure to impress.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry

Blackberry

Black Pepper

Black Pepper

Plum

Plum

Region:


Virginia
Virginia

Virginia, with its rich historical heritage and varied landscapes, is one of the most diverse winegrowing regions on the East Coast. Spanning from the Atlantic coastline to the Appalachian Mountains, Virginia's American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) encompass a wide array of terroirs. The cool breezes from the Atlantic and the higher elevations of the mountains play a major role in moderating Virginia's vineyards, providing a balanced climate that allows grapes to ripen slowly and develop complex flavors. Cooler-climate grape varieties thrive in the coastal and mountainous regions, producing elegant and nuanced wines, while further inland, the warmer valleys support the cultivation of bigger, bolder wines. This range of conditions allows Virginia to produce a wide variety of wine styles, reflective of its unique and diverse growing regions.

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