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Stag's Hollow Syrah Amalia Vineyard 2016
Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaJust a hint of reduction upon opening, partly tipping the hat to syrah, partly to screw cap, but one that dissipates quickly. The nose has that classic smoked charcuterie character with floral, savoury black fruit to back. Sourced from Amalia Vineyard, a sandy/loamy site on the west bench of Osoyoos, this was whole-berry fermented, using partial native yeasts, with 15 days of skin contact before pressing into French oak where it remained for 14 months on lees prior to bottling without fining or filtration. The attack is a light, juicy, smoky affair with plum and wild blackberry on the palate, lined with lightly sapid tannins and dotted with peppercorns. Tannins are moderate, as is the length. Grilled lamb chops would be a fine match for its moderate 13.5 percent alcohol.Tasted: 17 November 2018Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Treve RingPrices:| BC | $25.99 | 750ml | winery direct and private wine shops |
Grape: Shiraz/SyrahCSPC: 032961UPC: 626990095552
