Sandhill Syrah 'Small Lots' 2021
Introduction
Sandhill Syrah 'Small Lots' originates from Canada, specifically within the British Columbia region and the Okanagan Valley subregion. The winery follows a philosophy that great wine starts in the vineyard, utilizing a 'light hand' in winemaking to allow the natural fruit flavours and terroir to shine. The Small Lots Program is an ever-evolving initiative that identifies distinctive barrels, experimental vineyard blocks, or innovative techniques—such as yield reduction and hand pruning—to showcase wines with exceptional character.
Wine Description
This full-bodied red wine presents a striking deep purple-black or deep garnet colour. The sensory profile features a complex and ever-changing bouquet of baked blue plum, black cherry, and cassis, interwoven with notes of violet, charred oak, vanilla extract, and earthy forest floor. On the palate, it is rich and juicy, delivering concentrated flavours of dark fruits and dark chocolate supported by firm, drying tannins and a great structure. The finish is long and warming, with lingering nuances of black tea, cocoa powder, spice, and leather.
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Varietal Composition: 100% Syrah.
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Stylistic Notes: The grapes undergo a warm fermentation with daily pump-overs to achieve deep colour extraction, followed by full malolactic fermentation to round out the mouthfeel; the wine is typically aged for 14 months in a combination of American (60%) and French (40%) oak barrels.
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ABV: Recorded between 13% and 14.7% depending on the vintage.
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Organic Status: While the winery emphasizes natural fruit expression and precise vineyard management, this specific program is not typically certified organic.
Introduction
Sandhill Syrah 'Small Lots' originates from Canada, specifically within the British Columbia region and the Okanagan Valley subregion. The winery follows a philosophy that great wine starts in the vineyard, utilizing a 'light hand' in winemaking to allow the natural fruit flavours and terroir to shine. The Small Lots Program is an ever-evolving initiative that identifies distinctive barrels, experimental vineyard blocks, or innovative techniques—such as yield reduction and hand pruning—to showcase wines with exceptional character.
Wine Description
This full-bodied red wine presents a striking deep purple-black or deep garnet colour. The sensory profile features a complex and ever-changing bouquet of baked blue plum, black cherry, and cassis, interwoven with notes of violet, charred oak, vanilla extract, and earthy forest floor. On the palate, it is rich and juicy, delivering concentrated flavours of dark fruits and dark chocolate supported by firm, drying tannins and a great structure. The finish is long and warming, with lingering nuances of black tea, cocoa powder, spice, and leather.
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Varietal Composition: 100% Syrah.
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Stylistic Notes: The grapes undergo a warm fermentation with daily pump-overs to achieve deep colour extraction, followed by full malolactic fermentation to round out the mouthfeel; the wine is typically aged for 14 months in a combination of American (60%) and French (40%) oak barrels.
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ABV: Recorded between 13% and 14.7% depending on the vintage.
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Organic Status: While the winery emphasizes natural fruit expression and precise vineyard management, this specific program is not typically certified organic.
Description
Introduction
Sandhill Syrah 'Small Lots' originates from Canada, specifically within the British Columbia region and the Okanagan Valley subregion. The winery follows a philosophy that great wine starts in the vineyard, utilizing a 'light hand' in winemaking to allow the natural fruit flavours and terroir to shine. The Small Lots Program is an ever-evolving initiative that identifies distinctive barrels, experimental vineyard blocks, or innovative techniques—such as yield reduction and hand pruning—to showcase wines with exceptional character.
Wine Description
This full-bodied red wine presents a striking deep purple-black or deep garnet colour. The sensory profile features a complex and ever-changing bouquet of baked blue plum, black cherry, and cassis, interwoven with notes of violet, charred oak, vanilla extract, and earthy forest floor. On the palate, it is rich and juicy, delivering concentrated flavours of dark fruits and dark chocolate supported by firm, drying tannins and a great structure. The finish is long and warming, with lingering nuances of black tea, cocoa powder, spice, and leather.
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Varietal Composition: 100% Syrah.
-
Stylistic Notes: The grapes undergo a warm fermentation with daily pump-overs to achieve deep colour extraction, followed by full malolactic fermentation to round out the mouthfeel; the wine is typically aged for 14 months in a combination of American (60%) and French (40%) oak barrels.
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ABV: Recorded between 13% and 14.7% depending on the vintage.
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Organic Status: While the winery emphasizes natural fruit expression and precise vineyard management, this specific program is not typically certified organic.
