Syrah
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Updated Review: *** $ Cameron Hughes (CH) Lot 123 Syrah, Alexander Valley, Lot 123, Sonoma County, CA, 2006
Spirit of Wine &bull Yesterday
Wine tastings, reviews, ratings and commentary from around the world... Over three-quarter million visitors to more than 1,000 wines already reviewed... Get between me and this wine bottle at your own risk!!" By way of background: This syrah from Alexander Valley in Sonoma County is part of the… Full Story »
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2012 Dark & Delicious Petite Sirah Tasting: February 17, Alameda
Vinography: a wine blog &bull Feb 2, 2012
I've referred to it in the past as "the beast." Possessing tannins that need to be tamed through intelligent winemaking, Petite Sirah can truly be a monster of a wine. One of the least-well-known red grape varieties that are commonly… Full Story »
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2008 Perrin & Fils Vinsobres Les Cornuds
The Blog Wine Cellar &bull Feb 1, 2012
The applellation of Vinsobres is situated in the southern part of the Cotes du Rhone, between Valreas and Nyons. The Perrin family traditionally makes this wine by blending 65% Syrah and 35% Grenache. The wine is usually partially aged in… Full Story »
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Warming up Winter with Syrah
Good Wine Under $20 &bull Jan 30, 2012
An award-winning wine blog dedicated to celebrating everyday wine culture and helping you find delicious, varied wines from all over the world that are good value, interesting to drink, pair well with food, and are (mostly) under $20. Looking for something particular, like a Cabernet that won't break the bank or sparkling wine from Spain? Scroll down to… Full Story »
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Castorani Piccio Syrah 2009 wine review by (PB)
The Wine Cask Blog &bull Jan 28, 2012
Lighter than a Syrah should be; bouquet of pleasant milk chocolate with black berry underneath. Palate-- basically berries on a chewy foundation; not much going on; thin texture and basically plonk. This was a $6 Syrah so I didn't expect… Full Story »
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Quickie Review: ***+ $$ Montes Syrah Alpha, Chile, 2007 - GOOD VALUE
Spirit of Wine &bull Jan 28, 2012
Wine tastings, reviews, ratings and commentary from around the world... Over three-quarter million visitors to more than 1,000 wines already reviewed... Get between me and this wine bottle at your own risk!!" Find today's prices and retail availability for Montes… Full Story »
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Behind the Wines of the Year: Interview with Anne Hubatch, Winemaker at Helioterra Winea
Palate Press &bull Jan 25, 2012An interview with winemaker Anne Hubatch of Helioterra Wines. The 2009 Helioterra Columbia Valley Syrah was awarded to Palate Press Readers' Choice Red Wine of the Year. Full Story »
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Summerland Trio 2007 Rhone Blend - 3 Pack - $67.99
Woot Wine! &bull Jan 23, 2012They'll never know. Don't be intimidated, just act like you know what everyone's talking about. "Hey Ronnie, enjoyin' the party?" "Yeah! Great! Totally fitting in!" "Hey man, relax. You're fine! I know you feel like you're socially awkward sometimes, but just be yourself. Everyone will be totally cool. Hey, Emily! Have you met Ronnie,… Full Story »
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Saxon Brown 2006 Syrah Parmalee Hill Owl Box Block wine review by (PB)
The Wine Cask Blog &bull Jan 22, 2012
This Sonoma Valley Syrah is deep blackish garnet hue with aromas of fudge laden cinnamon, and deep spiced plum that is ripe and full. Palate--rich fudge, fruit bomb with espresso, fruit and lingering hyper fruit finish. (NW) served this blind… Full Story »
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TN : Los Vascos Rose Cabenet Sauvignon 2010, Vina Los Vascos, Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite), Colchagua Valley, Chile
Wine in Sweden &bull Jan 21, 2012
This wine is a blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Syrah, and 5% Malbec. Colour : Bright strawberry pink Aroma : Strawberry, blackcurrant, herbs Taste : Fruity, strawberry, blackcurrant, herbs Alcohol : 13% Price : 98 SEK (The Wine Company,… Full Story »
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Gallo and Constellation to pay out in fake Pinot case
Decanter - Wine News &bull Jan 20, 2012
E Gallo and Constellation have agreed to pay up to US$2m in an out of court settlement to consumers duped in the notorious fake Pinot Noir scandal. Red Bicyclette Pinot Noir: 'large amounts of Merlot and Syrah'Under the terms of… Full Story »
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Saxon Brown Syrah 3-Pack - $69.99
Woot Wine! &bull Jan 20, 2012Wine: Not always for drinking You know what's they say: two's company, three's the perfect number for juggling. These Saxon Brown wines are classy wines, which is important. When you're juggling them. That's what you guys are here for, right? Why else would you be looking at a three-pack, the optimal number of bottles for wine-juggling? Because you want to drink them? No.… Full Story »
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Miller Wine Works 2007 Red - 2 Pack - $39.99
Woot Wine! &bull Jan 20, 2012No, no. You've got the wrong Miller. Shut up with all this "unmanly" stuff, already. "Hey! Hey guys, check it out. I ordered a glass of generic red wine." "Okay." "That's cool." "Aren't you guys gonna give me a hard time?" "Why would we do that?" "I don't know. Isn't it unmanly?… Full Story »
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Syrah and Pinot Noir, and why I love them
Wine Anorak &bull Jan 20, 2012
Two wines tonight, shared with friends, which really worked. The first, a northern Rhone Syrah from the Cornas appellation, but bottled as Vin de Pays. It's the Les Collines de Laure Syrah 2010 from Jean-Luc Colombo who I met last… Full Story »
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Ty Caton 3 Bottle Mixed Red Sampler
Woot Wine! &bull Jan 19, 2012Close Friends It's me, you, and three bottles of wine. How is that not a "mixer"? Well, yes, Sheila, of course I know that a "mixer" is about meeting new people. That's why I invited you and no one else. Because you're the only person I want to meet. I don't understand why that's "weird." But, still, if it makes you feel more comfortable, I can do voices for these three bottles… Full Story »
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Summerland Syrah Half-Bottle Case
Woot Wine! &bull Jan 18, 2012Half bottles! Full flavor! Guys, guys. Settle down. What's the problem? "We're arguing about this Summerland Syrah Half-Bottle Case. Lloyd can't figure out he's getting ripped off because they're only half-bottles." "No, Keith can't figure out he's an idiot, because… Full Story »
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Review: **** $$$ Truchard Syrah, Carneros, Napa, California, 2007
Spirit of Wine &bull Jan 18, 2012
Wine tastings, reviews, ratings and commentary from around the world... Over three-quarter million visitors to more than 1,000 wines already reviewed... Get between me and this wine bottle at your own risk!!" Check out today's pricing and retail availability for… Full Story »
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Scientists prove regional variations in yeast (NZ)
Daily Wine News &bull Jan 17, 2012
Scientists in New Zealand have proved for the first time that wine yeasts vary from region to region. The research, conducted by Velimir Gayevskiy and Dr Matthew Goddard of the School of Biological Sciences at the University of Auckland, detected… Full Story »
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Stronghold Mandala Red - 4 Pack - $54.99
Woot Wine! &bull Jan 17, 2012It's Not Like You Grilled Someone A crisp, cold afternoon. You've got Maynard on the stereo and you're warm in front of the grill. Your backyard smells of sausage and roasted bell peppers. Inside, the Stronghold Mandala Red is breathing. There's little vibrations in the liquid as it bounces along to that deep base.… Full Story »
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Scientists prove regional variations in yeast
Decanter - Wine News &bull Jan 17, 2012
New Zealand: 'not the only country with yeast terroir'The research, conducted by Velimir Gayevskiy and Dr Matthew Goddard of the School of Biological Sciences at the University of Auckland, detected distinct differences between indigenous yeast strains in different regions. The… Full Story »
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