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Reserve

2005 Russian River Valley Syrah

Castle Rock Reserve Syrah from the esteemed 2005 vintage showcases the vibrant character of the Russian River Valley. This alluring red wine presents a medium to full-bodied profile, offering a delightful balance of richness and structure. The acidity is bright and lively, enhancing the wine’s freshness and making it delightfully mouthwatering. With medium tannins, it provides a smooth yet structured mouthfeel, allowing the wine to age gracefully while remaining approachable. This Syrah is marked by prominent fruit intensity, featuring layers of dark berry and plum flavors that meld beautifully with subtle hints of spice and earthiness. Overall, Castle Rock Reserve is a well-rounded and expressive wine, perfect for hearty meals or savoring on its own.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry

Blackberry

Plum

Plum

Black Pepper

Black Pepper

Flavor profile:


Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Body Medium Full

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


Russian River Valley

Prized for its elegant Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, Sonoma's Russian River Valley is one of California's premier AVAs for cool-climate wines. Blessed with the Petaluma Gap—a break in the coastal mountains where chill, foggy air blows in from the Pacific—the valley also benefits from the effects of the Russian River itself. This draws cool Pacific Ocean air inland and creates blanketing fogs that veil the vineyards throughout the chilly mornings. The result is one of the state's longest and coolest growing seasons. Bracing acidity and complex flavors characterize wines from this region, which also includes excellent sparklers made from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.

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