Old World Winery
Rockin' R Ranch Syrah
Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, USA
A 12 year old Syrah that could have gracefully gone another 4-6 seasons in bottle. Tannins were harsh and gripping initially, but after the first half of Bachelor in Paradise, the wine opened up and flowered. Nailed the acids. Smoke, Clove, aged tobacco and balanced oak work their way out of the glass. More gritty earth, clove and soft, worn lederhosen fill the mouth. This wine was very tasty.
A 12 year old Syrah that could have gracefully gone another 4-6 seasons in bottle. Tannins were harsh and gripping initially, but after the first half of Bachelor in Paradise, the wine opened up and flowered. Nailed the acids. Smoke, Clove, aged tobacco and balanced oak work their way out of the glass. More gritty earth, clove and soft, worn lederhosen fill the mouth. This wine was very tasty.
Aug 16th, 2017