COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Syrah, Petite Sirah
PRODUCER
Michael David Winery
REGION
California
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Sixth Sense Syrah is produced by Michael David Winery, located in the Lodi AVA of California. The winery is managed by the Phillips family, who have been farming in the region for six generations. This wine is a tribute to the family's heritage and specifically to Kevin Phillips, who was tasked with managing this historic Syrah block as his first assignment as vineyard manager. Planted in 1982, this vineyard is one of the oldest commercial Syrah plantings in California. The wine is certified sustainable under the LODI RULES program, reflecting the estate's commitment to environmental stewardship.
ALCOHOL
15.5%
AVG. PRICE
€20
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The vineyard was planted in 1982, making it one of the oldest commercial Syrah plantings in California.
Fact 02
The name honors both the 6th generation of the Phillips family and the first vineyard managed by Kevin Phillips.
Fact 03
The eye-catching, circus-themed label won Best in Show at the 2020 TLMI awards for its tactile, embossed design.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The grapes for the Sixth Sense Syrah, consisting of a blend of Syrah and Petite Sirah, are harvested from old vines planted in deep, well-draining Tokay sandy loam soils. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 18 months in a carefully selected barrel program. The oak profile consists of 58% French oak (with 24% new oak), 37% neutral oak, and 5% American oak. This extensive aging process helps to integrate the bold tannins of the Petite Sirah and the rich fruit of the Syrah, resulting in a structured and polished final blend.
