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Larner Vineyard

2007 Santa Barbara County Syrah

The 2007 Herman Story Larner Vineyard Syrah is a captivating red wine that embodies the essence of Santa Barbara County's unique terroir. With a medium to full body, it presents a delightful richness that coats the palate. The acidity is bright and lively, providing a refreshing contrast to the bold flavors. Intense fruit characteristics dominate, featuring luscious dark berries and a hint of plum, while the tannins offer a firm yet velvety structure that enhances its complexity. This wine is beautifully dry, making it an elegant choice for pairing with hearty dishes or enjoying on its own. Overall, it showcases the depth and nuance that Syrah can achieve in this renowned region.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry

Blackberry

Black Pepper

Black Pepper

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

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:


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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