Foxen Toasted Rope Syrah, Santa Ynez Valley, USA

福克森烤繩西拉干紅葡萄酒

點擊次數：3287

A blend of 84% Syrah and 16% Viognier, the 2008 Syrah Toasted Rope exhibits a medium ruby color (more like Grenache than Syrah) as well as a big, sweet bouquet of honeysuckle, tropical flora, and candied cherry and black currant-like fruit. This silky textured, opulent, lush, medium to full-bodied, charming Syrah should be drunk over the next 3-4 years. Foxen’s lighter-styled, more evolved 2008s are delicious, charming efforts without the density of the brilliant 2007s. However, do not underestimate them.Tel. (805) 937-4251

Made in the Happy Canyon region, which now is an official appellation, this Syrah contains 16% Viognier. That white grape contributes acidity and brightness to a wine that needs both. The underlying Syrah is delicious in blackberry pie filling, raspberry tart, cola and light chocolate flavors, yet lacks a certain structural integrity. Drink now.——S.H.(11/1/2010)—— 87