Isolde's Rapture 2018 Syrah Monterey County, California

2018 Monterey County Syrah

Isolde's Rapture 2018 Syrah from Monterey County, California, is an enchanting red wine with a medium-full body that offers a harmonious balance of bold tannins and gentle acidity. The wine showcases a moderate fruit intensity, revealing rich flavors that captivate the palate with each sip. Crafted from top-tier Syrah grapes, this wine embodies the essence of the Monterey County region, delivering a sophisticated and satisfying oenophilic experience.

Tasting notes:

Flavors of dark fruit like black cherry coupled with mocha and baker’s chocolate are balanced by bold spices and big yet smooth tannins. Incredibly easy drinking, this is a perfect wine to pair with dark red meats.

Chocolate

Spices

Black Cherry

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

Region:

Central Coast

California's Central Coast might be a bit quieter than Napa or Sonoma to the north, but this lesser-known region produces many world-class wines. Enjoying incredible terroir along its vast 280-mile stretch—from San Francisco Bay to Santa Barbara—Central Coast wines are increasingly in demand. Its position between the Pacific Coast Ranges and the Southern Coast Ranges is key to its quality, with many cool-climate AVAs offering elegant Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah and Merlot. In the hotter parts of the Central Coast, away from the coastal fogs and cold mountain slopes, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre are exceptional.

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