Harmonious, elegant, supple. A standout in Painted Rock's portfolio, their complex Syrah never fails to impress.
The Syrah grapes come from two west-facing sloped vineyard blocks (clones 99 & 100) and it was aged in 30% new oak; of the new oak 80% was French and 20% American. The remaining 70% was aged in French.
Smoked cherries, brown spice, leather, vanilla, charred carob, coffee beans, licorice, and finely ground pepper aromas dominate on the nose. It has a supple texture and generous character with dark mocha, vanilla liqueur and pepper flavours. Harmonious and seamless, and drinking well even in its current youth.
Pair: spicy chorizo pizza, smoked gouda and caramelized onion grilled cheese, cheese fondue or game.
©copyright 2021 Daenna Van Mulligen
Wine Scores Reviewed - May 3rd, 2021

Elegant, generous, fresh.
This new (first release was the 2015 vintage), available to winery club members only, blend of Syrah (70%) and Cabernet Sauvignon was aged in 30% new French oak barrels for 18 months.
Intense wild berry aromas are layered with white pepper, vanilla, licorice and bittersweet chocolate. A supple and generous palate shows wild berries, cassis, pepper and tealeaf flavours. It has an elegant yet robust character with wonderful freshness and a long spicy and juicy finish.
©copyright 2019 Daenna Van Mulligen
Wine Scores Reviewed - March 14th, 2019