COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Syrah, Viognier
PRODUCER
Andrew Murray Vineyards
REGION
California
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Andrew Murray Roasted Slope Syrah 2019 is a red wine from Santa Barbara County, California. Its name is a direct translation of Côte Rôtie, a renowned appellation in France's Northern Rhône Valley. The wine's unique character stems from a vineyard planting in 1996 where Syrah was inter-planted with Viognier, leading to the practice of co-fermenting these two grapes. Andrew Murray Vineyards, founded in 1990, specializes in Rhône varietals and is recognized for its commitment to sustainable farming and innovative practices, including the early adoption of screw-cap closures.
ALCOHOL
14.1%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The 'Roasted Slope' name is a literal translation of Côte Rôtie.
Fact 02
A vineyard planting error led to the co-fermentation of Syrah and Viognier.
Fact 03
The winery has used screw-caps for all wines since the 2006 vintage.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Andrew Murray Roasted Slope Syrah is vinified using a blend of whole cluster and destemmed Syrah, with Viognier added as whole clusters for co-fermentation. This process takes place in small, open-top vats with manual punchdowns and lasts up to two weeks. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes malolactic conversion naturally in barrels. It is then aged for 18 months in French Oak. Vineyard practices emphasize sustainable, organic, and biodynamic principles, with manual harvesting ensuring grape quality. The winery is also known for its early adoption of screw-cap closures.
