At the table with Syrah 2020
With this American red wine, we recommend a lamb tagine with prunes, meat skewers with spices, moussaka, pigeon with trumpets of death or accompanied by pressed cheeses.
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Syrah 2020CHÂTEAU SAINT MICHELLE
Founded in 1934, Château Ste. Michelle pioneered grape growing in Washington State and produces first-class wines. Château Ste. Michelle is located in the famous Columbia Valley . It is a region separated from Seattle's rainy marine climate by the Cascade Mountains . The mountains protect from rain, limiting annual precipitation. Ripe grapes are picked during the heat of the day then destemmed and fermented for 7 to 8 days. The wine was then aged in oak barrels for 16 months. This wine reveals aromas of cherry , prune , fig , leather , licorice , blackberries , blueberries , cocoa and black mushrooms . The palate is rich and velvety, enhanced by silky tannins. The finish is persistent and spicy.
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California
If 50 American states produce wine, Californian production alone represents approximately 85% of the country's production, making this state the 4th largest producer in the world behind Italy, France and Spain. The climate is strongly influenced by the Pacific Ocean which at this latitude is a cold ocean. The wine-growing regions located near the Pacific have an oceanic climate becoming Mediterranean the further inland you go from the ocean and it becomes more continental near the Sierra Nevada. Bays and openings to the sea, such as San Pablo Bay, act as thermal regulators on viticulture, particularly in Napa and Sonoma Valley.
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Washington State
Washington State is located in the Pacific Northwest of the United States, immediately north of Oregon. Almost all wine production occurs in the hot, desert eastern part of Washington, although there is some viticulture in the cooler, more humid west. The Cascade Mountain Range defines the geography of the region by acting as a barrier between the two sides. The mountains create a rain shadow, effectively blocking most precipitation.
Columbia Valley
Columbia Valley, in the southeast corner of Washington state, is one of the largest official wine growing regions in the United States. It is centered around the Columbia River and its tributaries: the Walla Walla, Yakima and Snake rivers. The valley lies in a rain shadow caused by the Cascade Mountains, which contributes to its dry continental climate. Here, warm days are followed by cool nights, ensuring a long and regular growing season during which the grapes achieve full maturity while retaining their vital acidity.
All about Syrah 2020
At what temperature should Syrah 2020 be served?
Between 16 and 18 °C. An hour in a decanter helps it open up.
How long can Syrah 2020 be kept?
Ageing potential: 5 to 10 years, until around 2030. Store the bottle lying down, away from light, at around 12 °C.
Which grapes make up Syrah 2020?
Grapes: 100% Syrah. Origin: California, United States. Alcohol: 13.5%.
What to serve with Syrah 2020?
Syrah 2020 pairs well with lamb, beef, soft cheese and hard cheese. Our dish ideas are in the food pairing box at the top of the page.