Red
Altamont Syrah
Russian River Valley · Sonoma · United States
Fact sheet
- Type
- Red
- Grape
- Syrah
- Country
- United States
- Region
- Russian River Valley · Sonoma
- Appellation
- Russian River Valley
- Body
- full
- Acidity
- high
- Tannin
- high
- Sweetness
- dry
Food pairing
lamb · grilled beef · beef stew · meats with rich sauces · aged cheeses
Rated vintages
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201391 pts
The second of the producer's estate Syrahs, this one planted in Altamont soils, this full-bodied beauty shows juicy acidity in support of blackberry, blueberry and black licorice. Compost and tea provide an earthy underside, as the finish grips in leather.