2012 Austin Hope Syrah

Estate: Hope Family WInes
Region: Templeton Gap District, Paso Robles, Central Coast, California, United States of America
Vineyard: Hope Family Vineyard

Tasting Note:July 27, 2017

Deep garnet red. Tons of spices and sweet spices on the attack of the nose with cinnamon, nutmeg, anise and some earthy notes, smoky and blackberries. Medium and well integrated tannins (6/10) with balanced acidity. Strong scent of black pepper with blue and black berry undertones on the attack of the palate. Medium to medium plus bodied with some herbs, leather, toasty and smoky notes near coming through the long finish. High alcohol but still balanced. Drinking well right now but can go another couple years.

This is made up of 100% Syrah and aged in aroung 50% new French oak barrels.

Drink Dates:

2017 till 2020.

Rating:

91 points.

Price Point:

$$ - Purchased from Costco for $31.79.

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