From older vines and fermented with additional whole cluster (50-60%), the 2011 Syrah Originals is a more concentrated version of the Estate Syrah and offers up brilliant black raspberry, hints of game, licorice and spice as well as a textured, layered and medium to full-bodied profile on the palate. Give it another 2-3 years in the cellar and enjoy through 2021. Drink 2015-2021.
Under the guidance of Sashi Moorman (of Sandhi Wines and the winemaker here since 2001), this estate has slowly moved toward earlier picking and slightly more fresh, elegant wines.
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